Olga and the Smelly Thing from Nowhere

Olga and the Smelly Thing from Nowhere

<p><strong>A Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of the Year!</strong></p><p><strong>Meet Olga, the amazing child scientist who LOVES animals (because they are super-cute)! Brightly put this heavily illustrated don't-miss book on their "Ultimate Summer Reading List for 9- to 12-Year-Olds."</strong></p><p><em>Olga and the Smelly Thing from Nowhere</em> is jam-packed with fun: vibrant illustrations, word bubbles, quirky humor, <em>olgamus</em> facts, and plenty of excitement for readers who love making discoveries and meeting new friends. Olga is a charming combination of independent, curious, and smart—making her the coolest girl scientist around—perfect for fans of Dork Diaries and Captain Underpants. </p><p>When Olga crosses paths with a weird creature and becomes the first kid to discover the species <em>olgamus</em> <em>ridiculus</em>, she is ecstatic! What does an <em>olgamus</em> eat? How does it poop? Why does its burp sound like the word <em>rubber</em>? With her trusty observation notebook and the help of a librarian, a shopkeeper, and some friends, Olga sets out to do science—learning the facts about her smelly, almost-furry pal and searching for him when he goes missing. The scientific method is the best way to discover anything!</p>