About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their toddler has mastered the potty but is still navigating the social 'unwritten rules' of wearing big-kid underwear. It is the perfect tool for lightening the mood during a phase that can often be fraught with accidents, embarrassment, or power struggles over getting dressed. Todd Parr uses his signature neon-bright illustrations and silly scenarios to cover essential hygiene and safety boundaries, such as changing your underwear every day and not showing it to everyone. By presenting these lessons as a series of 'dos' and 'donts,' the book removes the lecture-like tone of potty training and replaces it with laughter. It normalizes the transition from nappies to underwear while reinforcing concepts of personal space and basic self-care in a way that feels playful rather than punitive.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with bodily functions and privacy in a very direct, secular, and humorous way. There is no shame attached to the body; instead, it uses humor to establish healthy boundaries.
Ideal Reader
A three-year-old who is recently potty trained but insists on running around the house in just their briefs, or a child who is feeling anxious about the 'rules' of growing up and needs a laugh to break the tension.
