"Counting Ovejas" by David Diaz is a heartwarming tale that blends humor and life lessons through the eyes of an unlikely protagonist. The story follows a grumpy old man named Ove, whose solitary life is turned upside down when an energetic young family moves in next door. Despite his reluctance, Ove becomes embroiled in their lives, leading to unexpected friendships and personal growth. As he navigates his past and confronts his present, Ove discovers that love, connection, and community can emerge from the most unlikely circumstances. This touching narrative reminds readers of the importance of compassion and belonging. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

There are 40 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2006 by Simon & Schuster .

SARAH WEEKS is the award-winning author of numerous picture books and middle grade novels, including "Overboard!, " illustrated by Sam Williams, and "So B. It. " She lives in New York City. Eve Bunting and David Diaz are the creators of Smoky Night, which was awarded the Caldecott Medal. They both live in Southern California.