Very Busy Life of Olaf and Venus: Home - Tapa dura

Very young children will eagerly inhabit the bright, very busy world of these sturdy — and beautiful — board books.

Whether they’re visiting friends in the park, sharing a bath or a round of cheese at home, shopping for fruit and flowers, or cruising to the seaside in a red convertible, Olaf, a big blue elephant, and Venus, a tiny mouse, lead a life of simple pleasures and jolly surprises. Toddlers will delight in Pierre Pratt’s bold, color-saturated artwork and whimsical cast of characters, even as they learn simple words.

Pierre Pratt’s unique style makes his work immediately recognizable. Always fascinated by illustrations, he began creating comic strips as a teenager and has since found a career in creating artwork for magazines and advertisements. His true love, however, is illustrating children's books, as it enables him to communicate in a more "personal and privileged way directly with children." Pierre Pratt has won numerous awards for his illustrations, including the Governor General’s Award in Canada, the UNICEF Award at the Bologna Book Fair, and the Mr. Christie Award. He currently makes his home in Montreal.