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About the Simply Small Series

A quick video about the Simply Small board book series and related products.
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$40% off on Etsy

When you share the joy of Simply Small with those you love

I designed the Simply Small board book series for little ones with growing minds. Each story is about a baby animal who finds a clever solution to a problem that kids can relate to.

I’ve also designed Valentines Day cards based on characters from the books with cute messages to share with those you love. Just download the PDF from Etsy, print and cut. Perfect for kids in classrooms.

Use code SAVE40 
to save 40% on purchases at my Etsy shop 
until February 14, 2024. 
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Monisms

Paola Opal reads from her new book Monisms and shares what inspired it.

Coloring Book with Poems

To Take You To A Happy Place

In this coloring book for adults, uplifting poems are paired with magical landscapes and detailed patterns in Paola Opal’s distinctive art style. There are 36 pages of original content for you to enjoy. Images include butterflies, birds, whales, owls, trees, flowers, squirrels, planets, bees, seascapes, snails and more. 

Makes a great holiday gift! Order yours today.

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In Person at Word Vancouver

September 16, 2023 at Robson Square

Join me along with other local authors and illustrators at Word Vancouver, a FREE festival to celebrate books! It’s a great opportunity to connect with real, live, local creators. Not only can you discover local hidden gems but you can also feel good about supporting local talent.

I will be at the Books of the Pandemic table from 10-11 AM at the UBC building in Robson Square, presenting Spookie and Tecka, two books from my Simply Small Series that were released during the early days of the pandemic.

And, I’ll have free Simply Small craft kits and free colouring pages to give out while quantities last!

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Paola Opal Reads Bitsy

Paola Opal reads Bitsy from her Simply Small Series, designed for little ones with growing minds. Mommy and Daddy are building a dam. Can Bitsy the baby beaver find a way to help?

Available wherever books are sold.

One of 21 Amazing Holiday Gift Ideas for Babies and Toddlers
– Canadian Family Magazine (Today’s Parent)

*** Recommended Read ***
– CTTC

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Join Paola Opal LIVE for Story Time

Sunday, May 7, 2023 at 9:30 AM

AT KINDER BOOKS

Local author/illustrator Paola Opal reads from her Simply Small board book series for ages 0-4. Bold and bright, each one is about a cute baby animal that solves a problem young children can relate to.

FREE FOR EVERYONE
Register at Kinderbooks.ca

Kinder Books
101 – 810 Quayside Dr. 
New Westminster, BC
(Story time will take place upstairs in the main foyer by the Circus School. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.)

Enter to win an adorable Simply Small cotton tote bag. Perfect for storing Simply Small books!

Fill out a contest entry form in person at Kinder Books. Contest ends May 7, 2023. Winner will be notified by email.

Or, buy this bag on Redbubble.

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Paola Opal Reads Emma

Paola Opal reads Emma from her Simply Small Series, designed for little ones with growing minds. Emma and her sisters are tired on their walk home. Will Emma find a way to cheer them up? “This sweet and simple offering is ideal for sharing… [and for] celebrating family or, even better, small acts of kindness and love.” – Awarded a Kirkus Star by Kirkus Reviews

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Paola Opal Reads Tecka

Paola Opal reads Tecka from her Simply Small Series, designed for little ones with growing minds. In this story, Tecka the little baby octopus wants to find a good place to swim in the big blue sea. Will Tecka find one?

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Paola Opal Reads Dotty

Paola Opal reads Dotty, a little book about a big topic: perseverance. In this story, Dotty the baby deer can’t cross over the stream in one jump like Mommy can. But after a few different tries, she finds her own way!

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4.9 out of 5 stars on Amazon

The uncluttered illustrations are perfect for youngsters who are first encountering the world of books, and they will also appreciate the brief family-centered and child-empowering texts. Highly Recommended.”
– CM Magazine

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Paola Opal Reads Saffy and Ollie

Free for a limited time May 6-10, 2022.
In this video I read Saffy and Ollie from the Saffy’s Friends series—a simple story about learning to share. Saffy is a baby giraffe playing with her favourite rock. Ollie the baby elephant wants to play with the rock too. Will Saffy share?

“Content-wise, Saffy and Ollie is an ideal book for its intended audience….a near perfect read for youngsters who are first encountering the world of books.”
—CM Magazine

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Free for a limited time May 6-10, 2022.