Ollie the Stomper ( Gossie and Friends Board Books) by Olivier Dunrea

About the Book

Stomping bootless after Gossie and Gertie as they jump over puddles in their colorful boots leaves Ollie frustrated. Little Ollie decides he wants his own pair of boots. Full color.

Book Synopsis

Gossie wears red boots, Gertie wears blue boots, but Ollie has no boots. Stomping bootless after Gossie and Gertie as they tromp in the straw, romp in the rain, and jump over puddles in their colorful boots leaves Ollie frustrated. Little Ollie decides he really wants his own pair of boots. . . but what will he do if he gets them?
Any toddler who has had to keep up with an older brother or sister will relate to Ollie as he finds his own way in the barnyard.

Review Quotes

"With their simple watercolors and narrative, along with diminutive heroes who assert a budding independence, these tales demonstrate once again how well their creator knows his audience." Publishers Weekly, Starred

"Dunrea successfully adds to the 'Gossie and Gertie' cast with these endearing tales." School Library Journal, Starred

"Dunrea's keen awareness of young children's concerns and quirks translates into charmingly simple illustrations and text." Kirkus Reviews

Pre-schoolers will relate to Ollie's point of view and delight in his humorous reactions to the new world he's discovering. Booklist, ALA

Dunrea's text...is packed with toddler-sized drama, and Gossie and Gertie easily assume the roles of older sisters dealing with a pesky but beloved younger brother. Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

About The Author

Olivier Dunrea is the creator of beautiful and well-loved children's books. A painter and a sculptor, his work centers around farms, animals, architecture, and folklore. He lives in the tiny village of Narrowsburg, New York, in the Catskill Mountains.