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by Wendy Tsu (Author), Wenny Stefanie (Illustrator)
Want to share a story of embracing bravery and self-love with your young reader, and through a universally loved character across kids and adults? Then this picture book is perfect for you!
Bo, the Baked Potato is a vetted rhyme-based children's picture book about friendship, bravery, and self-love. Designed for read-alouds and early readers, this story celebrates imagination and encourages children ages 3-7 (Preschool-Grade 2) to embrace what makes them unique.
This book about Bo, the Baked Potato:
- was vetted by a network of 50+ teachers and educators, child psychologists from the leading institutions of Stanford and Harvard University, and of course, older kids to ensure each page, and each character tells a powerful story that actually resonates deeper with your young reader
- contains colorful illustrations that all started with hand-drawn sketch drawings detailing imaginative lands like Pancake Landing, Gravy Volcanoes, and Butter Lake in a potato town called Taterville
- adopts an easy rhyming storyline for young readers who are transitioning beyond board-books
- helps children learn about friendship and self-love in a whimsical way through the stories connected to our favorite fun food group - potatoes!
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What do parents and kids think about this book?
"We've read this four times already today! We are big fans. She loved the whole town of Taterville!" - Alissa, mother of a 3 year old daughter
"Just read it to my son before his nap and he asked "can you read Bo again when I wake up?" - Chris, father of a 3 year old son
"My son was captivated the entire time which is shocking for his age!" - Dani, mother of a 2 year old son
"Bo's message about being yourself and sharing your creativity is very important for young minds at this age" - UC Berkeley trained child psychologist
"By age three, children aren't just learning words. They're forming beliefs about who they are. It's important to share stories that help shape those beliefs toward courage, belonging, and resilience." - Dr. Angela Duckworth, PhD, Harvard, Oxford (best-selling author on grit).
This book was especially designed for this as you raise brave and courageous kids.
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More about the characters:
Bo is a creative baked potato who loves to make colorful clothes like ketchup scarves, cheese hats, and lettuce robes! Bo lives in Taterville, a lively town full of potatoes of every shape and style, alongside Bo's best friends Tye the tater tot and Max the mashed potato.
When Bo wishes to be different, the potato trio set off on a curious adventure beyond Taterville in search of the Elder, a magical and wise potato said to grant wishes. Along the way, they travel through Pancake Landing, Butter Lake, and the bubbling Gravy Volcano, where Bo's creativity and courage help them face each challenge together.
When they finally meet the Elder, Bo discovers an important truth: belonging comes from loving who you are.
