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Ollie and Claire Hardcover – April 18, 2013

by Tiffany Strelitz Haber (Author), Matthew Cordell (Illustrator)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 19 ratings
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Ollie and Claire are as tight as two friends can be. Every day they picnic together, every day they do yoga together, and every evening they eat dinner together. But when Claire longs to break free from this routine and dreams of traveling the world, she worries that Ollie would never join her. So she takes matters into her own hands and finds a mysterious travel partner when she sees a sign posted on a tree. Who could it be? And how can she ever tell Ollie? With a fun twist leading to a surprise ending, Ollie and Claire is a sweet and fun tribute to dynamic duos everywhere, who might feel the need to mix things up every once in a while.
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  5. Dimensions
    10 x 0.25 x 9.5 inches
  6. Publisher
    Philomel Books
  7. Publication date
    April 18, 2013
  8. ISBN-10
    0399256032
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0399256035
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PreS-Gr 1–“Ollie and Claire were a tightly knit pair,/like hot buttered biscuits and jam.” So begins this heartwarming, rhyming story about two adorable pooches whose friendship is tested when one develops a longing for adventure. Ollie and Claire have a routine that includes a lot of interesting activities such as yodeling, yoga, and running hurdles, but even so, Claire can't resist when she sees an advertisement for a travel companion. “Do you love hula dancing and/sledding through snow?/Do you feel like you need/to explore?/Adventure is calling,/let's go go go go!/Meet me here Monday at 4.” Resolved to follow her heart, Claire packs her bags but then has a moment of pause when she thinks about leaving Ollie behind. In the meantime, visual clues will lead observant readers to the happy conclusion, which is reminiscent of a well-known romantic comedy. The charm of this book resides less in its familiar plot than in the well-constructed text and amusing pen and watercolor illustrations. With their fresh palette and energetic characters, these pictures are a vital partner in the telling of this sweet and satisfying tale.–Teri Markson, Los Angeles Public Libraryα(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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Ollie, a dapper Dalmatian, and Claire, a pretty poodle, “were a tightly knit pair, / like hot buttered biscuits and jam.” They have the same daily routine: yoga, swimming, racing around a track (yes, they’re wearing sweatbands), and bologna on white at 7:15 p.m. on the nose. That is, until Claire grows tired of the humdrum of it all. After fantasizing about traveling to where “lollipops grow” and zooming to the moon and meeting a mermaid, she hurries home, packs her bag, and heads off in a rowboat. But guilt about Ollie sets in, and she heads back to shore. As it turns out, Ollie is also lusting for adventure, and together the friends rise up in a hot-air balloon to see the world. Haber’s jaunty text is well matched by Cordell’s lively pencil-and-watercolor illustrations, which depict an expressive and charming duo and are chock-full of fun details, like Claire’s swimming cap. This sweet picture book illustrates something kids know well: the best adventures are the ones you share. Preschool-Grade 1. --Ann Kelley

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Philomel Books (April 18, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0399256032
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0399256035
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 0.25 x 9.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 19 ratings

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Tiffany Strelitz Haber is the author of two rhyming picture books: The Monster Who Lost His Mean (Henry Holt Books For Young Readers, 2012) and Ollie and Claire (Philomel/Penguin 2013). She has eaten fried bugs, jumped out of airplanes and lives for adventures in general. Tiffany grew up in NYC, but is now located in central NJ, and available for workshops everywhere.

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4.9 out of 5 stars
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ilovebooks4kids
5.0 out of 5 stars The "Pina Colada" Song for Kids!
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2013
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Absolutely charming! Ollie and Claire are besties who do everything together, but one evening Claire realizes their routine has gotten hum-drum and boring. She longs for something new! The next day she spots a sign on a tree--an advertisement for a friend with whom to travel the world. Claire is up for the adventure! She writes a note back and packs her bags. Yet while she's anticipating the trip, she's also feeling like she's abandoning Ollie. But when Claire shows up on "Monday at 4" to travel with her new friend, she finds quite a surprise!

With flawless rhyme, the author tells a friendship tale that's sure to become a classic. Illustrations by Matthew Cordell are light and cheery watercolor with sketchy lines that suggest fun and frolic. A delight to read aloud, your voice just skips along like the two friends do.
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moonmountain
5.0 out of 5 stars A new classic
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2013
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My children just fell in love with the Ollie and Claire characters! They absolutely can't wait to travel 'round the world with them! (Oops...did I give something away?) What a super fun read this is, not only for my kids but for me, too. The illustrations and the rhyming text are both awesome! The Cordell-Haber team are a hit, riding the perfect balance of appealing to all readers regardless of age.
When is the sequel coming out?? MORE! MORE! MORE!
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Amber
5.0 out of 5 stars Ollie and Claire
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2014
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I purchased this for the title. My granddaughter is Claire with a brand new brother named Oliver. The best risk I ever took. It's a great story about friend.
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Rachael Gilberti
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2015
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Love this book!
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giovanna
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2014
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Adorable book about friends!
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RachMeckl
5.0 out of 5 stars ... this book in our Story Box subscription and I love it SO much
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2017
We got this book in our Story Box subscription and I love it SO much! It’s my favorite book to read to my 1 year old son, I can see it being a staple in our house. Bonus: the first time I read it was outloud and my husband said, “It’s like the Pina Colada song!” LOL, we both love it!
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Susan K.
5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshingly well-written!
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2016
This is one of our absolute favorites! As a mom of three under 5 who spends a lot of time at the library, I know what it's like to end up with good books, just okay books and total duds. Sometimes I find myself tripping over the wording in poorly written children's books ... not so with this one! It might sound nerdy, but it's SO refreshing to read something for kids that is actually written well!! There aren't enough kids' books that I, as the adult, enjoy reading, but this is one I would recommend to anyone! I also like the message about friendship, i.e., every relationship goes through different phases, but even 'plateau' times can be followed by growth/renewal.
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Marie Tucker
5.0 out of 5 stars SO FUN!
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2018
O M G! Ollie and Claire by Tiffany Strelitz Haber and illustrated by Matthew Cordell is SO FUN! I was smiling ear to ear! It was like the Pina Colada song! SO fun!
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