Books Like I Need a New Bum!
Families who loved I Need a New Bum! by Dawn McMillan often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved I Need a New Bum! by Dawn McMillan often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing their physical body and begins asking questions that might feel a little awkward. It is the ultimate icebreaker for children who have just discovered the crack in their rear end and are worried that they might be broken. This silly, rhyming adventure follows a young boy who decides he needs a replacement bum, leading to a journey of creative and absurd possibilities. Beyond the bathroom humor, the story celebrates imagination and self-acceptance. It turns what could be a moment of bodily confusion into a joyous, shared laugh between parent and child. It is an ideal choice for the preschool and kindergarten years, especially for kids who find the word bum inherently hilarious. Parents will appreciate how it normalizes body parts while fostering a love for rhythmic language and playful storytelling.
