Ian Falconer's books are as much for the parents as for the kids. This book is hilarious, and the pictures tell most of the story. CommonSense's review called the plot "meandering," but no more so than a usual day with a preschooler! Kids will love Olivia's crazy ideas, and parents will love how much it rings true to life. ("Olivia, wipe that glop off your face and get in the car NOW!")