Ivan I. Dear by Peta Poletti Illustrated Scott Pearson Children's Picture Book - 3-7 years Ivan I. Dear is no ordinary boy. He is an inventor, solving problems with his Number 8 wire, His long nose pliers and his cutting pliers. With a snip snip of his pliers and a twist twist of his wrist, Ivan solves the problem - just like that. However, sometimes things can go haywire and unforeseen problems occur. Librarian: Very popular - the giggling from the children is very infectious Preschool teacher: This is the most requested book in our school. The children have started coming up with their own inventions for problem - like Ivan I. Dear with varying results