Olivia

By Ian Falconer

Part of the Olivia series

A lively pig's day of adventures ends with a well-earned rest.

5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 66,631 ratings

40 pages· 324 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Meet Olivia, the spirited piglet whose boundless energy leads her through a whirlwind of dressing up, singing, and painting. As she dances and builds sandcastles, will she ever tire out? Join Olivia on her delightful escapades and discover if this vivacious piglet can finally settle down for a nap. Perfect for young readers who love a playful and imaginative journey.

From the publisher

It’s everyone’s favorite pig…it’s OLIVIA! The Caldecott Honor Book and New York Times #1 bestseller is now available in a sturdy format perfect for pig-loving toddlers everywhere!

Awards

Caldecott Honor (2001)

At a glance

Format
Pages: 40
Words: 324
Reading age: 2–5
Audience: Board
Lexile: AD470L

Themes & topics

Books about pigs Books about choosing cheeriness Books about habits and behavior Books about social themes Books about strong female characters

What readers & critics say

Reviews

5.5

out of 7

6.5

“Oh, Olivia. It's incredible how much personality the author manages to pack into this little pig. The book is silly, fun, and imaginative enough to appeal to toddlers and young children, and clever enough to appeal to adult reading partners too! At our house, we love the whole Olivia series, but this book is the original, and in my opinion, the best one.”

Lauren Hancock

Trusted reviewer

5.3

“This is a cute story about what a little pig might do each day. Visiting the beach, the museum, reading books and avoiding naps and bedtime. I like seeing what kids want to do throughout the day with their imagination and ideas.”

Mom of Boys

Trusted reviewer

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