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Olivia
Olivia | Ian Falconer
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The heart-warming tale of a sweet little pig with a whole heap of energy.
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TheBookHippie
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Clwojick 🖤 7mo
LiseWorks Love it 7mo
LibrarianRyan Ohhhh. Not read this one. 7mo
TheBookHippie @LibrarianRyan Kids love it! It makes a great READ A LOUD! 7mo
TheBookHippie @LibrarianRyan I have to get better at posting the picture book I take to school each day to read a loud. 7mo
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merkerk4
Olivia | Ian Falconer

“'Only five books tonight, Mommy' she says.
'No, Olivia, just one.'
'How about four?'
'Two.'
'Three.'
'Oh, all right, three. But that's IT!'“

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merkerk4
Olivia | Ian Falconer

I would very much enjoy reading this book to a group of children. There is so much to relate Olivia's day with a typical day for a child. In addition, we can have a conversation about why everything Olivia touches is red. We can talk about how much of an impact Olivia has on the things around her. And then we can relate this back to the students and how the things they do or touch make an impact on the world around them too.

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merkerk4
Olivia | Ian Falconer
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“Olivia“ was written by Ian Falconer and was published in 2000. This is a book that talks about Olivia the Pig and her day-to-day life with her family. The illustrations make this book really interesting because everything that Olivia touches or is wearing is red, while the rest of the book is black and white. Another interesting aspect about the illustrations is her brother is always wearing a black and white striped shirt, besides at the beach.

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laurenkiernan
Olivia | Ian Falconer

“As soon as she gets home she gives it a try“ This part is funny because she does something shes not supposed to do and can make children laugh.

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laurenkiernan
Olivia | Ian Falconer

I would use this book with any classroom when talking about their own routine and different parts of their day that might bring them joy or even make them upset!

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laurenkiernan
Olivia | Ian Falconer
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“Olivia“ by Ian Falconer was published in 2000 and won the Caldecott award in 2001. It is just about a little pig named Olivia and her day with all the things she loves... and all the things she doesn't like. It is great for students to see something they might relate to in the book and this book has many different parts that might be relatable.

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noradickens
Olivia | Ian Falconer

Of course Olivia's not at all sleepy

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noradickens
Olivia | Ian Falconer

This fun book highlights how young children's imaginations are filled with endless wonder.

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noradickens
Olivia | Ian Falconer
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Olivia written by Iam Falconer was published in 2000 and received the Caldecott medal in 2001. This book captures the creativity of a strong-minded pig named Olivia. This book shares the story of how Olivia's imagination is endless and how she often wears out her mother.

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mariaacuff
Olivia | Ian Falconer

“Olivia looks at it for a long time. What could she be thinking?“

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mariaacuff
Olivia | Ian Falconer

I enjoyed reading this story because I can relate to how Olivia wants to explore her world. I think students would enjoy reading this book because they might do the same things Olivia does, or they might be interested in doing the same things Olivia does.

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mariaacuff
Olivia | Ian Falconer
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Olivia won a Caldecott medal in 2001. This books contains the life of a girl named Olivia and what she likes to do. The illustrations in this book are mostly black and white, but when Olivia is around some of the objects she interacts with are red. This shows the impact she has on the world around her. Olivia is a pig, but she is a very free-spirited girl who likes to try new things.

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monalyisha
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RIP, Ian Falconer. 🤍💔🖤

Ian exposed corporate malfeasance; had an identity crisis; developed a more stark, modern style; and encouraged seriousness in tandem with play through the persona of Olivia the Pig.

Lindy He created such a lovable, memorable character. I love Olivia. 13mo
AmyG 😢 13mo
Jas16 Oh no. That is so sad. 13mo
Esinclair So heartbreaking 13mo
MaureenMc 😞 13mo
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Gracehake
Olivia | Ian Falconer

“Olivia‘s mother givers a a kiss and says, “you know you really wear me out. But I love you anyway.” “

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Gracehake
Olivia | Ian Falconer

The illustrations of this story follow a theme. They are all mostly done in black and white, but whatever Olivia wear is bright red. This is the brightest pop of color on each page, which draw your central focus to Olivia when looking at the illustrations.

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Gracehake
Olivia | Ian Falconer
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This is a story about a pig named Olivia that is god at a lot of things. She goes to the beach with her mother and won‘t take a nap when she gets home. She goes to the museum and tries to recreate a painting on the wall, and does not want to go to sleep. Her mother tells Olivia that she wears her out but she loves her. It is a very cute story for you get aged children.

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kayleenschultz12
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kayleenschultz12
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This books uses the color red to highlight Olivia‘s objects that she uses throughout the book. I think it helps shows that this stuff is important to her.

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kayleenschultz12
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Pickpick

This book was a good book to read about the many different ways to fun fun and use your imagination.

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amberpeltz
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“But of course Olivia‘s not at all sleepy.”

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amberpeltz
Olivia | Ian Falconer

I love this book. Olivia is a personal favorite character of mine through books and television. The illustrations always add so much life to the story telling.

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amberpeltz
Olivia | Ian Falconer
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This Caldecott Award winning book tells the story of Olivia‘s day to day life. This book flows from activity to activity in such a fun way as it bounces around the pages.

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ashleyweer
Olivia | Ian Falconer

I love this book! This book is also a favorite of mine growing up, I loved Olivia! This is a great book for any young child, and I would love to read it to my future classrooms!

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ashleyweer
Olivia | Ian Falconer
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The book Olivia, winner of a Caldecott award is an amazing book! This book is about a young pig named Olivia, who does a bunch of stuff in a day that all make her unique. She tries on dresses, she dances, she goes to the art museum, and she reads!

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ashleyweer
Olivia | Ian Falconer

“She heads straight for her favorite picture.”

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terracollichio
Olivia | Ian Falconer

“Olivia gets dressed. She has to try on everything.” As she should! Feeling confident and expressing yourself throughout your day is something I am still learning! I hope I can help my future students do that.

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terracollichio
Olivia | Ian Falconer

I think this is a super cute, fun book that would be good for younger kids and possibly even older kids! I think when reading, it would be a great opportunity when trying to teach kids about routines. I also think it would be great to read and then talk about things that each student is really good at. Using it as a morale/ self esteem booster.

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terracollichio
Olivia | Ian Falconer
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Olivia by Ian Falconer 2001. This book takes us through Olivia‘s day, what she likes to do and what she‘s good at. We can tell that Olivia is active and likes to try new things. The pictures are mostly black and white, except the important things are in color, or red! Caldecott

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analesemarrison
Olivia | Ian Falconer

This would be a great story to incorporate at the beginning of the year, to get to know your students better. Overall, this story, invites the students to think about their favorite interests and hobbies. In the story, Olivia gets a time out, because she paints on the wall at home. This part of the story will allow you for discussion about how accidents happen and there may be consequences for those actions being made.

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analesemarrison
Olivia | Ian Falconer

“You know, you really wear me out. But I love you anyway.“

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analesemarrison
Olivia | Ian Falconer
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The story Olivia, by Ian Falconer came out in the year 2000. In the year 2001, this story won a Caldecott Medal and Indies Choice Book Award: Children's Illustrated. Throughout this story, Olivia, the main character takes you on a journey through her day and includes a variety of her interests and hobbies. The illustrator used the colors red, black, white, and grey throughout the book.

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tclivio
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Olivia is a book that I loved as a kid! This Caldecott award winning book is a MF. It would be a great RA for your class! Olivia is about a pig names Olivia and her life! This would go great with UDL 3.1 (activate or supply background knowledge) as well as EL 4 (link lesson topic to students prior knowledge). Students can use their background knowledge to relate to Olivia, the pig. #ucflae3414sp21

tclivio https://www.varsitytutors.com/englishteacher/olivia-lesson-plans This website has amazing resources. It includes worksheets, activities, pre-reading activities, and so much more! This would be a great resource to use in your classroom! 3y
DrSpalding Kids love Olivia! You provided a helpful resource… I really like including these books along with social studies due to the amazing artwork inside. Great books for arts integration. 3y
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Leftcoastzen
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My library is still doing curbside,when I picked up my hold they asked If I wanted a book bundle. This time, I said yes, picture books for young kids.I got 3 boards 6 picture books. I was so pleased Olivia was in the bunch!I loved it as much as I did when it was published 20 yrs. ago!😱Olivia is a charmer who will run you ragged with her incredible energy & zest for life.The joy and smiles from picture books are a relief from all the crazy!

Texreader Ahh Sweet Olivia!! 🥰 3y
Leftcoastzen @Texreader Right?!? She‘s awesome sauce! 3y
Texreader @Leftcoastzen yep! Just thinking about her books makes me chuckle! 3y
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BookishMarginalia What a great idea! 3y
Reggie This post makes me 😁 3y
Leftcoastzen @BookishMarginalia I agree! So many families were used to picking out books , this is a great way to still get books in young readers hands .Who knows , they may randomly select you a treasure.😃 3y
Leftcoastzen @Reggie I‘m glad ! I hope you are feeling better! 3y
LeahBergen I love your little pig! 💗💗 3y
Leftcoastzen Thanks ! I have 2 .I bought them from an antique store in Pasadena, the shop owner hinted they were from the estate of an odd Hollywood recluse.A great story with no proof , but charming none the less.😹 3y
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bsiqueira
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Olivia.. oh Olivia. This Caldecott award winning MF picture book by Ian Falconer is about a little piggy named Olivia who likes to do anything but sleep! Her job must be to wear everyone out. What adventure will Olivia bring you on... you‘ll have to read to find out! This book makes for a great DR due to Olivias very bold and dramatic personality! #ucflae3414su20

bsiqueira https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Olivia/Ian-Falconer/9781416980346 This website provides a wonderful activity to assess the students knowledge after performing the DR. A good UDL would be 3.4 “Maximize transfer and generalization.” along with ESOL #1 “Teach questioning for clarification.” 4y
Emmaturtle3 Olivia is such a fun book and her dramatic personality is perfect for a DR in class! I also loved how you left the reader of your post wanting to know more!! I think that this website provides a really awesome activity for students to do after the acting out of their DA. 4y
ashleyshugars Bianca, I love this book!! It is so fun! I think that using it as a DR is perfect! I have had trouble finding a book that would fit this teaching strategy but I think that‘s perfect! I also found your resource interesting as it can lead into an Author Study with all of the information! (: 4y
DrSpalding You have a lovely writing style! Using the publisher as a resource that shows you an example of how to use dramatic reenactment, was a wise choice. 4y
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amandar
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“Olivia”, modern fantasy, is by Ian Falconer and has earned a Caldecott medal. It can be used as an independent read, read aloud, or adapted as a reader‘s theater. Olivia is a confident, strong-minded, sassy piggy. This book goes through Olivia‘s days which are always different because she has varied interests from soccer to drama. She always puts her own “Olivia” flair to them. This book can serve as a mirror to a strong-willed child.

amandar Some support materials are available on this website, https://www.rif.org/literacy-central/book/olivia . UDL 7.2 and 1.1 work and ESOL strategies 4 and 24 best apply as there are copies available in different languages. #UCFLAE3414sp20 4y
DrSpalding I love these books! Children are often times aware of this character because of the cartoon. Reading is fundamental is an excellent resource to use and I like the idea of offering this book in multiple languages. 4y
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leximcmillin
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This Caldecott Honor picture book is a classic MF about a pig named Olivia who is very hyper and loves to annoy her mother and brother. However, they love her anyway. This story would work as a DR because Olivia‘s character is very dramatic so it would be easy to reenact how she acts in the book. https://www.rif.org/literacy-central/book/olivia This site contains many resources and activities to assess students comprehension of the book and engage

leximcmillin students more in the lesson. A UDL strategy that aligns this book is 3.4 Maximize transfer and generalization. An EL strategy that could go with this book is 1. Teach questioning for clarification. 4y
DrSpalding All of the Olivia books are valuable contributions to an elementary classroom library. I specifically enjoy Olivia goes to Venice. Use these books and resources like this to assist students in comprehension and simply foster a love of reading. 4y
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carlypabin
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“When they‘ve finished reading, Olivia‘s mother gives her a kiss and says, ‘You know, you really wear me out. But I love you anyway.‘ And Olivia gives her a kiss back and says, ‘I love you anyway too.‘”

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carlypabin
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A energetic pig in her everyday life! Ups and downs, lots of fun, and adventures with family!

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carlypabin
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Mehso-so

Olivia by Ian Falconer a Caldecott winner published in 2000 was a good book! It was simple and easy to follow, it just showed a simple day that most kids can relate to. I think it was relatable even though it‘s a pig.

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abbychlosta
Olivia | Ian Falconer

When they‘ve finished reading, Olivia‘s mother gives her a kiss and says, “you know, you really wear me out but I love you anyway”.

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abbychlosta
Olivia | Ian Falconer

I loved this book as a kid! I forgot about it till I saw the cover. I‘d love to have this in my classroom someday. Who doesn‘t love Olivia?