Almost Everybody Farts
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What’s inside...
Grandmas fart. Teachers fart. Terrifying creatures fart. But . . . is there someone who DOESN'T fart? With sly humor, this fun picture book looks at a subject that's sure to make children laugh: farting. With silent farts, farts like horns, and rainbow farts from unicorns, Almost Everybody Farts comically captures the gassy scene. And only one person insists she's fart-free: MOM! But is she? Kids will insist on reading this rhyming story again and again. A playful, punchy paean to the pervasive poot, as acclaimed in a starred review by Kirkus Reviews.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the book is trying to tell us about body sounds like farting?
How did the book make you feel when you read about different characters farting?
Why do you think everyone in the book, except Grandma, farts?
Can you think of any other natural things that everybody does but might feel shy to talk about?
How would you explain to a friend why it’s okay to fart?
Tip: Role play these questions
Normalize the discussion about bodily functions while discussing the book, reinforcing that it’s a natural and common thing everyone experiences.
Use humor as the book does to make the child feel comfortable and open about such topics.
Ask the child to describe their favorite part or character in the book, and discuss why they found it amusing or interesting.
Encourage the child to think of other natural activities that are common but rarely talked about, to extend the lesson from the book.
After reading, encourage your child to draw a picture of a funny scene from the book, making the reading experience interactive and memorable.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Acceptance of natural bodily functions
Explanation: This book humorously addresses the natural process of farting, showing characters from various walks of life doing it.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to understand and accept that everyone has bodily functions, fostering a sense of normalcy and reducing shame or embarrassment.
Example Lesson: Inclusivity and Equality
Explanation: The diverse range of characters, including animals, depicted farting signals that it's a commonality shared by all, regardless of background.
Real-World Application: It can teach children to appreciate and embrace differences among people, promoting an inclusive attitude towards others.
Example Lesson: Humor in everyday life
Explanation: The lighthearted take on a typically embarrassing topic can help children find humor in life's small moments.
Real-World Application: Knowing how to laugh about minor imperfections or mishaps in daily life can boost a child's emotional resilience and enhance their social interactions.