FICTION

Olga da Polga

by Michael BOND
illus. by Catherine Rayner. 176p. Kane Miller. 2015. Tr $17.99. ISBN 9781610674331.
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Gr 1–4—This lush gift edition of the beloved classic by the creator of Paddington Bear will have animal lovers wanting their own adorable little guinea pig. Illustrated with acclaimed artist Catherine Rayner's watercolor paintings and screen-printed images, this chapter book for children graduating from "Frog and Toad" and "Peter Rabbit" tales will create new Olga fans and win back longtime friends. Peppered with charming critters and mischievous adventures, the narrative will move young readers to laugh out loud and root for the wayward pet. The large trim size is perfect for one-on-one sharing and classroom read-alouds.—Shelley Diaz, School Library Journal
New ed., 1973, Macmillan. This novel by Paddington Bear's creator is reissued in a handsome oversize, fully illustrated edition. Here Bond recounts the daily adventures of a pet guinea pig. Olga's limited understanding of the human world and sweet temperament make for a pleasant story; Rayner's lovely watercolor and screen-printed illustrations add warmth and charm.
Reviewed by Shelley Diaz , Feb 01, 2016

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