Olivia

Olivia

Ian Falconer

Overview

Follow a spirited piglet named Olivia as she moves through a busy day of play, dress-ups, museum visits and bedtime reflections. The spare text and distinctive charcoal-and-sabine illustrations capture a preschooler’s boundless curiosity and the gentle humour of family life. Each page contrasts high-energy antics with quiet moments, offering young readers both recognition and gentle surprise. The story celebrates creativity, independence and the everyday joys of being three.

Who it's for

• Children ages 2–5 who love animal characters
• Parents seeking read-aloud books with expressive art
• Early classrooms exploring daily routines

Key features

• Caldecott Honor recipient
• 40 pages of charcoal and spot-colour art
• Hardcover picture-book format
• Published by Atheneum Books for Young Readers