Ferdinand Uses the Potty: Overcoming Bed-Wetting Fears [Paperback]

Jay Tucker (Author), D. E. West (Illustrator)

Book Description

Ferdinand the Frog awakens one night to a very damp realization. Something doesn't feel right in his bed at all! What can the little guy do to fix the situation?
Luckily for Ferdinand, he has a friend who has experienced the same thing. Ferdinand learns that potty training is all about confidence. There seems to be one huge obstacle, however. Ferdinand is afraid of the sound the toilet makes when it's flushed.
In Ferdinand Uses the Potty, by Jay Tucker, our yellow frog friend faces his fear and he will encourage your child to do the same! Ferdinand Uses the Potty is wonderfully illustrated by award winning artist, D.E. West.

Why parents need Ferdinand Uses the Potty

Punishment doesn't work, encouragement does work

Straightforward potty training advice written in a fun format

Ferdinand's story will encourage your child to face his or her potty training fears head-on.

Help develop your child's love for literacy with rhyme while he or she learns one of life's most important early skills

Acclaim for Ferdinand Uses the Potty
"Ferdinand Uses the Potty is a book that gives a fresh and humorous look at the topic of potty training for young children. Children will enjoy learning that their thoughts and feelings about becoming a 'big kid' are normal and real. Parents and children alike will delight in the amusing dialog between Ferdinand and his friend. This book will give parents the opportunity to laugh with their child and discuss how their child can become 'toilet ready' by listening to their mind and body."
--Allison Zaddach, M.E., Reading Education and educator of primary aged children

"As a clinical psychologist who works with children, I often encounter young people who struggle with the normal fears concerning toileting. Ferdinand Uses the Potty is a delightful tale that will entertain while helping children to feel more comfortable about potty training."
--Dr. Shari Chrovian, Licensed Psychologist

"A wee lil' lesson that's delightful, thoughtful, and enjoyable for both adults and kids."
-- Su Chin, co-founder of Mom Reviewers and editor of Parents Review

Learn more about Ferdie at www.FerdieTheFrog.com

From the Growing with Love series at Loving Healing Press www.LovingHealing.com

JUV039170 Juvenile Fiction : Health & Daily Living - Toilet Training
FAM044000 Family & Relationships : Toilet Training
JUV002120 Juvenile Fiction : Animals - Frogs & Toads

Product Details

• Paperback: 24 pages
• Publisher: Loving Healing Press (October 13, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932690824
• ISBN-13: 978-1932690828
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 8.5 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,377,204 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars One of life's early basics presented with humor and sensitivity. A must have for any family!, October 25, 2009

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Broon (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ferdinand Uses the Potty: Overcoming Bed-Wetting Fears (Paperback)

Anyone who has or works with young children, knows how difficult and frustrating potty training can be. When a child is in the early stages of learning how to use the bathroom on their own, it can be one of the more frightening experiences of their young lives. The noise of the flush, the sensations that are new to their bodies, and the feeling of having to do something on their own is not an easy transition for most kids, and their parents!

That's when some outside assistance, such as "Ferdinand Uses The Potty," can provide families a new perspective on tackling life's daily urgencies.

Author Jay Tucker approaches potty training from a child's point of view. The wonderfully illustrated character, Ferdinand, discovers that he has some potty issues while he is asleep at night. So, he seeks advice from a friend who shares his own personal experiences with bed wetting to help Ferdinand confront his own fears.
This is an excellent way of looking at such a sensitive issue for young kids. The book is written so that it confirms and understands a child's feelings. Many children may feel that having an "accident" makes them a "bad" person, or that their friends or family may get upset with them. Amidst the clever rhymes and the expertly detailed and fun illustrations, families can learn together how to gain the courage to take that scary leap to becoming a "big kid now."

I have been teaching Pre-K and Kindergarten students for the last nine years, and I have read a dozen other children's books on this subject before. I recommend Ferdinand's tale over the other titles for many reasons.
First, the vocabulary, language, and rhyme are easy for young children to comprehend, as well as make the story interesting and fun. The author also presents the material with an empathetic voice to allow young readers to know that they are not alone in their bathroom endeavors.

Also, this book doesn't present the material in a silly and disgusting format, like some other titles on this subject so often do. This book has humor and wit, but it is done with dignity and maturity, which also sets a good example for kids.

Jay Tucker also paces the story quite well, where we see Ferdinand go from discovery, to confusion and angst, and finally to bravery and success. The illustrations are colorful, fun, beautifully drawn and are a perfect match to move the story along. The pictures make me want to pick up the book and read it again and again!

Overall, this is an excellent book for teaching about such an important part of life. I commend the makers of this book for succeeding in empowering children and helping parents along the way.

3.0 out of 5 stars Not for Children learning to potty train, great for kids who might have trouble at night..., April 18, 2010

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CozyReadersCorner (acozyreaderscorner.blogspot) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ferdinand Uses the Potty: Overcoming Bed-Wetting Fears (Paperback)

Ferdinand wakes up wet and confused and does not understand! Was there a leak in the plumbing or the roof? Was it raining inside?? Soon Ferdinand realizes that there was not a leak, but that he had wet the bed. The book continues into a cute story with a fresh approach to the subject of bed wetting after potty training. This book has a fun interactive approach to teaching kids one of the easiest ways to not have accidents at night.

This book is not for younger children who are learning to use the potty. The title is somewhat misleading. I originally chose this book because I thought it would help my two year old with potty training. She would not even sit to read the book. There is a lack of pictures on many pages and the wording is geared towards older children. The book did not address the concepts of how to use the potty, why to use the potty or what the toilet is for. It is geared towards children who already understand those concepts.

Ferdinand uses the potty is an adorable, colorful book for older children who are already potty trained. It approaches the problem of bed wetting and some of the fears of using the potty. For example, Ferdinand is able to stop wetting the bed as often because he is uses the potty more frequently during the day. Ferdinand has a fear of the sound the toilet makes but learns that it is not scary and it helps him stay dry at night. My four year old daughter who is potty trained like the book and asked questions about Ferdinand, but she has been potty trained for almost 2 years now.

I recommend this book to parents whose children can use the potty, but may have some apprehensiveness still. It is a cute, easy to read book that helps parents and children connect during a difficult process that can be confusing and frustrating at times.

5.0 out of 5 stars good resource for parents who are trying to toilet train children, March 27, 2010

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Wayne S. Walker "Home School Book Review" (Salem, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ferdinand Uses the Potty: Overcoming Bed-Wetting Fears (Paperback)

What is one of the most difficult things to teach young children? A poll of parents would probably find that "potty training" is the answer of a large number. There are many different theories of toilet training, but whatever method you use, this book is intended to prepare both parents and children in facing the obstacles that potty training may bring. Author, Jay Tucker uses humorous rhyming text to tell about a frog named Ferdinand who wakes up one night to find that he has wet his bed but is afraid to use the toilet because of the flushing sound that it makes. In fact, Ferdinand is scared of the noise so much that he tries his best not to go to the potty all! However, one day a friend helps him bravely to face the flushing toilet.
Ferdinand Uses the Potty is a great resource for preschoolers and parents alike. Ferdinand's bravery will gently encourage children to be confident in dealing with their own potty training fears. In addition, it will provide parents with a useful aid in giving children the assistance needed to overcome the challenges of potty training. Illustrator D. E. West is a former production artist for Hallmark Cards. His colorful and entertaining drawings will surely present opportunities for laughter between a parent and child as the book is being read loud. Coloring book sheets and other related fun activities can be found at the book's website. What a delightful way to turn something that could be a source of great drudgery and even conflict into a true learning experience!