The Couch Potato
An Instant New York Times Bestseller * An Instant Indie Bestseller * An Indie Next List Selection
Feeling fried? Peel yourself on the couch and meet your new pal-tato! The winning fourth picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, and The Cool Bean, Jory John and Pete Oswald, will get you and your kids moving!
The Couch Potato has everything within reach and doesn't have to move from the sunken couch cushion. But when the electricity goes out, Couch Potato is forced to peel away from the comforts of the living room and venture outside. Could fresh air and sunshine possibly be better than the views on screen?
Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new best spuddy learns that balancing screen time and playtime is the root to true happiness.
Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s other funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh:
The Bad Seed
The Good Egg
The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!
That’s What Dinosaurs Do
Reviews (67)
Nice message
We bought this book after our sons enjoyed the two prior books (Good Egg and Bad Seed). Like those books, there is a nice message without being overly idealized. One note: the message can seem a bit off in the pandemic because it suggests getting together with friends instead of video chatting. Although under normal circumstances that message is great, it doesn't work under the current circumstances. The book is well written and illustrated. The message of enjoying everything in moderation is great for younger school aged kids.
In LOVE!
I could not explain my excitment for this book! I pre ordered weeks ago and let me tell you, the wait was SO worth it! I enjoyed every bit of reading this book, especially to my boys who tend to think the tablet or xbox is better than some nice fresh air and a bike ride! Totally witty, totally funny, totally PERFECT!!!! I have every book from this collection and i love it just as much as the other that were aslo, well....perfect! Buy this book! You and your kiddos will love it.
Another great book by this duo!
I absolutely love these authors and this collection. I was so excited when I saw the duo was coming out with another book and preordered it immediately and it did not disappoint. I immediately shared it with my kindergarten class but also my 3rd grade student I mentor and it was enjoyed by all. A great message presented in a clear fun way for kids with a little bit of humor for the adults too!
another hit !!!!
We look forward to the arrival of each and every Jory John book, these wonderful stories always showcases Jory's unique ability to relate with young children in a way that keeps us coming back for more. Not only is eating snacks and playing board games a daily event at our house but a comfortable slouch on the couch ends most days. If Sophia could rename her dog I am sure he would end up being called King Tater! BTW..... tater tots have become a real favorite!
a great one for the littles ones in your life, maybe even teens LOL
Fun children's book about a Couch Potato. Illustrations are charming. Text is simple. Message is accepting and encouraging - how a couch potato might, just might, feel like getting off the comfy cozy couch to... go for a walk outside. WOT. But let's not overdo it, only sometimes. Because the couch is comfy and cozy and that's a nice place to be too. Great book for the 3-8yo in your life. In this time of COVID-19 quarantine, this might be a humorous way to talk to your teen (boys) who are in their hidey-holes playing too many electronic games.
A big hit in our home
This book is a great addition to this collection! We love the other books too, but this one is the current favorite. In the story it teaches life lessons in a fun way. The artwork is so unique and fun! We notice something different every time we read it! This has helped my kids be more aware of their screen time and they limit themselves on their own which is great! These remind me of the "Oh Bean!" Books from the 80's/90's! The quality of the hardbound book is a little on the cheap side, the pages are pretty thin. That's my only negative.
Another quality book by Joey John and Pete Oswald
Another great book by Jory John and Pete Oswald. my kids have been looking forward to this new title for months! A great book about creating balance and gaining a new/different perspective for kids.
Just PRECIOUS! We bought the whole series!!!
My 4 year old little boy absolutely LOVES all the books from this series. We started with Bad Egg and bought the rest after the first time we read it! Highly recommend. Precious illustration and storyline with great life lessons that resonate for little ones and serve as a great reminder for parents too! ♥️
Perfect message for our screen addicted kids!
I love all the books in this series and purchased them for my 2nd grade classroom. I read this one to the kids as we were coming back into school after online school and it was a great. It's about a couch potato that no longer interacts with the world in person but only over screens. That is until one day there is a power outage and he is forced to entertain himself by going outside and reintroducing himself the the wonderful world beyond the screens.
Daughter Loves The Series
We own The Bad Seed The Cool Bean The Good Egg and now The Couch Potato. All the books have such a positive theme and lesson. Definitely worth adding to your child’s library. I enjoy doing the voices for the different characters and their emotions...perfect for that night time story and discussion.
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