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Once Upon a Potty -- Boy Board book – Picture Book, February 13, 2014

by Alona Frankel (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,728 ratings
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The all-time favorite, now in a sturdy board book.

There are 28.9 million children under the age of 5 in the U.S. and all of them will need to be toilet trained. This classic book has already helped millions of parents get their children through a life milestone with ease and some entertainment too.

With Once Upon a Potty, a parent reads the book to their child or allows the child to read it while on the potty. Not surprisingly, the book takes some wear. This new board book edition will withstand such heavy use and survive the occasional water spill too.

This is THE potty training book. It has it all, bright graphics, simple language, fun story and an anatomically correct hero. With an edition for each gender, the book relates directly to the child, making the potty-training process relatable and easy to understand.

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    Once Upon a Potty
  3. Print length
    24 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Preschool and up
  6. Dimensions
    5.75 x 0.75 x 7.75 inches
  7. Publisher
    Firefly Books
  8. Publication date
    February 13, 2014
  9. ISBN-10
    1770854045
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1770854048
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Once Upon a Potty has been helping introduce kids to bodies and potties since 1975--and there's a reason it has stood the test of time. The bold, anatomically-correct illustrations in this one will catch the eye of any toddler, while serving an educational purpose, to boot. As for the text, it's basically a thorough breakdown of the entire process, communicated with simple language so as not to overwhelm the toddler crowd. Bonus: There's both a boy and girl version of this one, so you can be sure the reading experience is relatable. -- Emma Singer ― PureWow Published On: 2021-12-10

[Review for previous edition:] Addresses potty training for parents who may be looking to use just the right words. -- Tara Munkatchy ― Daily Local News [West Chester PA] Published On: 2008-06-17

[Review for previous edition:] My little boy is one of those kids that has to understand the why and how of things. If he doesn't see the point of something, he simply won't do it. Once Upon a Potty-Boy shows him step by step and explains things in a way he seemed to comprehend. At least now he's willing to try the potty. And that's a big step in the right direction. Once Upon a Potty-Boy shows...step by step and explains things in a way [my boy] seemed to comprehend. -- Tami Brady ― TCM Reviews Published On: 2010-10-01

Alona Frankel has written and illustrated 30 children's books, so let's just say, she knows her audience. That comes in handy here when the subject is potty training... This book is designed for kids as young as 1, so you can use it as an introduction to the whole potty training experience. -- Kinsey Gidick ― Romper Published On: 2022-04-10

About the Author

Alona Frankel is the author and illustrator of over 40 books for children. She is the recipient of numerous awards, and her books and art are seen all around the world. Her work has earned her a place on the Honor List of the International Board on Books for Young Children and several Parents Choice awards.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Firefly Books; BRDBK edition (February 13, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Board book ‏ : ‎ 24 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1770854045
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1770854048
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 1 - 3 years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 0.75 x 7.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,728 ratings

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I was born in 1937 in Cracow, Poland, and have been drawing pictures for as long as I can remember. After illustrating and designing book covers for others, I began creating my own stories. When my second boy was a baby, I wrote and illustrated “Once Upon a Potty” for him. It was published to become an international bestseller. The Joshua (for boys) and Prudence (for girls) books remain the #1 all-time potty-related classics in the U.S., and probably the world.

I continue to create playful books which often include developmental and educational elements. My art has been featured at exhibitions in Italy, Japan, Israel, Egypt, and The United States. I have won numerous prizes, including a Hans Christian Andersen Honor Citation and several Parents’ Choice awards.

“The difference between adults and children is only life experience, their wealth of associations, and the child’s dependence upon the grownup,” I feel. “Other then that, I hold children’s judgment and opinions in the highest regard, and have great respect for them.” Please also visit me on my website, at www.alonafrankel.com and view the https://youtu.be/4FUCf_DVeqY playlist.

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Great potty training book
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Great potty training book
This is a really good potty training book - my kiddo loves it! Giving 4 stars because the boy in the book, Joshua, gets his own “baby potty” instead of using the normal toilet. So that can cause some confusion if you’re training on a normal toilet. Otherwise, it’s overall a good book and I recommend!
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Nancy klawinski
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2023
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Good training book. Keeps interest of child. Praises child for achievement in book
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Pen Name
5.0 out of 5 stars So cute and helpful
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2023
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This book has been so helpful with my son learning how to go on the potty. It’s really helped him understand what he needs to do and the illustrations are very simple but also sweet.
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Jake
5.0 out of 5 stars Potty gift
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2024
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This is not only a great gift for any child who is potty training, but I remembrance to those who had it read to them when they were younger. You can also probably find a supplemental video to go along with the book on YouTube if you don’t have an old VCR with, the tape
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Charles E. Breiling
5.0 out of 5 stars Quaint and whimsical, but very effective in covering what's important!
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2020
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Yes, this book has some interesting wording (lots of "I, Josha's mother") and the "potty" in question looks more like a chamber pot, but I can't see any toddler caring about that, only adults. What is important for me is that it doesn't take the bland "safe" route of leaving out the important details, as with other toilet training books which only talk about "going to the bathroom." Once Upon A Potty covers the story very nicely:
1. Toddler bodies have many nice and useful parts (head, hands, feet, etc.) and several of these parts are used for making pee and poop (the book uses "wee-wee" and "poo-poo"). Very matter-of-fact.
2. Making pee and poop into diapers is part of life from birth through toddler, and diaper changing is how we deal with it.
3. Even after starting potty training, there will be accidents, and yes, you'll continue to use a diaper.
4. Sometimes a LOT of sitting on the potty is required, and sometimes nothing comes out.
5. Success will be celebrated!
6. Eventually you'll use it every time!

I have no problem substituting "pee and poop" when I read the book to my boy (the fourth child I've used this book with) and my son requests the story every time we have potty time. EVERY TIME. :-) I recommend this book highly.
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Ashley
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!
Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2023
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Loved it as a kid.
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Chandler
4.0 out of 5 stars Great potty training book
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2023
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This is a really good potty training book - my kiddo loves it! Giving 4 stars because the boy in the book, Joshua, gets his own “baby potty” instead of using the normal toilet. So that can cause some confusion if you’re training on a normal toilet. Otherwise, it’s overall a good book and I recommend!
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Chandler
4.0 out of 5 stars Great potty training book
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2023
This is a really good potty training book - my kiddo loves it! Giving 4 stars because the boy in the book, Joshua, gets his own “baby potty” instead of using the normal toilet. So that can cause some confusion if you’re training on a normal toilet. Otherwise, it’s overall a good book and I recommend!
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Laura L. Stanford
5.0 out of 5 stars Multi generational tool
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2022
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This is the exact book I read to my son's almost 30 years ago - was delighted to find that this was not only still in print but in an all cardboard form; much sturdier than paper pages. The illustrations are bright and vibrant, conveying the idea of potty training very clearly. This comes in either boy or girl versions, pleasingly enough! The only off thing is the potty looks a lot like an old fashioned chamber pot, but this book was written in the early 70's do perhaps that's what they looked like back then. Highly recommended!
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Patricia
5.0 out of 5 stars A quick and fun read for my toddler
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2022
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My toddler really likes this book. It's simple and gets the point across. I also don't mind reading it over and over which often times I have to when my little one decides he likes a book.
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John B
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for toilet training
Reviewed in Canada on September 12, 2023
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Used this for my kids and now my grandson. Time will tell.
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chumee
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice book
Reviewed in India on July 22, 2019
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This book seems nice. I’ve read it to baby (14 months) a couple of times. Hopefully he’ll get the message eventually!
There are a few bits of unnecessary info that could have been left out. Also things like, “...I, Joshua’s mother...” could’ve been changed to “mommy” or some similar variation.
Overall, I think it gives a clear message.
I do point to baby, myself or the potty, as required, while reading the book in the hope that he associates the story with reality.
Wish me luck!
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lornaleek
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic potty training story, very good.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 8, 2017
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A classic. My little boy really got involved in the story and refers to it now as he learns to use his potty - 'I'm doing it like Joshua!'. It sets out clearly, specifically and with humour the process of transitioning from nappies to a potty.
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Joyce renaud
5.0 out of 5 stars Great toddler toilet training book for boys
Reviewed in Australia on July 21, 2019
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My son related so well to this book! Love that it’s specific to boys
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Imza
5.0 out of 5 stars Great concept!
Reviewed in France on January 29, 2016
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Solid card pages but still quite a few (often solid books are a bit short for my liking), this book is really made for kids hands!

The book is explicit (for once): you see wee and poo. This was great for my boy because you keep saying it in other books or when pointing at the potty but it always has to be imagined... and I wasn't sure my boy was getting it. It was also good to have all the anatomy as my boy was confused thinking everything came out of his willy (I hadn't thought of making sure he understood it didn't, but there you go, live and learn!)

The pictures aren't "pretty" in my opinion but they are functional and that's all you need.

The wording is sometimes surprising "pee pee" for a willy and "poo poo" for plain old poo but you can easily replace them with words you feel happier with, in fact someting similar is said on the first page in the note to the parents.

All in all, I strongly recommend this book!
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