Big things are happening in Little Springs… Everything about Oliver is small, from his footprint to his glasses—and a trio of bullies never let him forget it. When Oliver receives his grandfather’s old bike for his birthday, he rides tall for the first time. However, the meanest bully in school doesn’t like that at all. Oliver finds himself challenged to a race. Now, he’ll have to be bigger than he ever imagined in order to prove heroes come in small packages too. The Big Ol' Bike is a children's chapter book for ages 7-10, written and illustrated by Rachael Clarke. Themes of bullying, family, friendship, community, and finding one's confidence are all explored within this story. This book is longer than average for this age range, intended as a transition between chapter book and middle grade novel. WARNING: reading this book may cause an immediate and urgent need to ride your bike. Do not be alarmed - the feeling will pass. But don't let it. ;)