Books Like Big Time Olie
Families who loved Big Time Olie by William Joyce often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Big Time Olie by William Joyce often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is oscillating between wanting the independence of a big kid and the comfort of being little. It is the perfect antidote to the frustration of being told you are too small to stay up late but too big to be carried. In this retro-futuristic tale, Olie explores the literal extremes of size using a shrink and grow-a-lator, only to discover that his current self is actually the perfect fit for his world. William Joyce uses vibrant, geometric illustrations and a playful robot family to normalize the growing pains of early childhood. While it is technically a science fiction adventure, the emotional core is deeply grounded in the desire for autonomy and the security of family love. It is an excellent choice for preschoolers and early elementary students who are navigating new milestones and need to feel celebrated exactly as they are.
