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The Couch Potato — Content Guide for Parents

By Jory JohnHarperCollins Publishers2020ISBN 978006295453440 pages
The Couch Potato

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book



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 funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh:

  • The Bad Seed
  • The Good Egg
  • The Cool Bean
  • The Couch Potato
  • The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!
  • The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky!
  • The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It Gets
  • That's What Dinosaurs Do

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Couch Potato appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence is present in the book. The narrative focuses on a potato character who enjoys lounging on the couch, and there are no indications of physical conflict or harm. No scary content is present in the book. The story is light-hearted and humorous, aimed at entertaining young readers without any frightening elements.

  • Does The Couch Potato have violence?

    No violence is present in the book. The narrative focuses on a potato character who enjoys lounging on the couch, and there are no indications of physical conflict or harm.

  • Does The Couch Potato have scary content?

    No scary content is present in the book. The story is light-hearted and humorous, aimed at entertaining young readers without any frightening elements.

  • Does The Couch Potato have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results reference the book's themes and messages but do not indicate any religious practices or beliefs.

  • Does The Couch Potato have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racial themes are present in the book. The narrative does not address race or racism as a central theme.

  • Does The Couch Potato have profanity?

    No profanity is found in the book. The language used is appropriate for children, focusing on humor and clever wordplay.

  • Does The Couch Potato have climate change?

    No climate themes are present in the book. The narrative centers around a potato character's preference for staying indoors rather than addressing environmental issues.

  • Does The Couch Potato have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The descriptions focus on the character's lifestyle and humorous elements without any reference to sexual themes.

  • Does The Couch Potato have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features a potato character and focuses on themes of comfort and lifestyle rather than gender expectations.

  • Does The Couch Potato have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book 'The Couch Potato'. The search results focus on general resources and reviews that do not pertain to LGBTQ+ content within this specific book.

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