itselv's review against another edition
تذكير بأن تبتعد عن الشاشات وتذهب لتستكشف العالم من حولك، أن تستبدل عدة أمور اعتدت على القيام بها عن بعد بأن تقوم بها على أرض الواقع، وأنه حتى مع ذلك، لا بأس في قضاء بعض الوقت مسترخيًا أمام شاشة، فالهدف ليس عزلك عنها، فهي ميزة هذا العصر والابتعاد عنها كليّّا يحتمل مساوئ كما يفعل الادمان عليها، وأما الهدف فهو الموازنة حسبما تراه يناسبك أنت كفرد لا مايراه العالم لك. رائع، وإن كان فيه نبرة مبالغة لأجل أن تنال اعجاب الاطفال إلّا أن عبرتها مناسبة للأطفال والكبار على حدٍ سواء.
clavishorti's review against another edition
challenging
funny
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I just hopped off the couch (figuratively, of course) after diving into The Couch Potato by the dynamic duo, Jory John and Pete Oswald. Now, this ain't my first rodeo with their work, but let me tell ya, this one takes the cake—or should I say, the couch cushion?
Picture this: a couch-loving potato who's living the ultimate staycation dream. Remote control? Check. Snacks? Double check. But then, like a lightning bolt on a lazy afternoon, the electricity fizzles out, and our comfy potato pal finds himself yanked from his cushiony cocoon and thrust into the great unknown.
There's this one line that's etched into my brain like a potato stamp, "Yes, there’s a great big world out there... and I want to be a part of it. In person." Can you feel the thrill? It's like the siren call of adventure, and our potato is heeding it in style!
Ah, now let's talk artistry. Pete Oswald's illustrations are a playground for the eyes—a riot of colors, a feast of details, and a symphony of visual delight that'll leave you grinning like a Cheshire cat. Seriously, these pictures are like a secret code that unlocks a world of fun.
But here's the juicy stuff: hidden between the pages is a lesson as important as sharing your candy stash. You see, this couch potato business? It's not just about lounging. It's about breaking free from those screens, taking a deep breath of fresh air, and soaking up the sunshine—'cause life's all about living it, not just watching it.
So, whether you're a children's illustration book lover hungry for a new tale, a parent seeking the next bedtime hit, or a teacher looking to spark some classroom magic, The Couch Potato is your ticket to a side-splitting, heartwarming journey. Trust me, this book is like a warm, fuzzy blanket that also encourages you to go out and play.
Picture this: a couch-loving potato who's living the ultimate staycation dream. Remote control? Check. Snacks? Double check. But then, like a lightning bolt on a lazy afternoon, the electricity fizzles out, and our comfy potato pal finds himself yanked from his cushiony cocoon and thrust into the great unknown.
There's this one line that's etched into my brain like a potato stamp, "Yes, there’s a great big world out there... and I want to be a part of it. In person." Can you feel the thrill? It's like the siren call of adventure, and our potato is heeding it in style!
Ah, now let's talk artistry. Pete Oswald's illustrations are a playground for the eyes—a riot of colors, a feast of details, and a symphony of visual delight that'll leave you grinning like a Cheshire cat. Seriously, these pictures are like a secret code that unlocks a world of fun.
But here's the juicy stuff: hidden between the pages is a lesson as important as sharing your candy stash. You see, this couch potato business? It's not just about lounging. It's about breaking free from those screens, taking a deep breath of fresh air, and soaking up the sunshine—'cause life's all about living it, not just watching it.
So, whether you're a children's illustration book lover hungry for a new tale, a parent seeking the next bedtime hit, or a teacher looking to spark some classroom magic, The Couch Potato is your ticket to a side-splitting, heartwarming journey. Trust me, this book is like a warm, fuzzy blanket that also encourages you to go out and play.
zianazaliah's review against another edition
4.0
seruu dan menghibur ceritanya ^^ potato yang malas2an dan serba instant akhirnya menyadari bahwa yang harus dia lakukan adalah mengeksplor lebih dunia luar dan menjadi beberapa potato yang diinginkan.
calistareads's review against another edition
5.0
I love this 'bad seed' series chock full of puns by Jory John. I love these cute stories and this one has a great message.
I wish my nephew and niece were young enough to give this a read, but they don't want to read kids books any more. Both of them spend so much time on screens. I wish they would go out and do more in the world, be kids. They are growing up too fast and spend too much time on screens, in my opinion.
The potato has everything to veg on the couch until one day the power goes out and so he goes outside. Jory doesn't want to cut out screens all together, but he does push for a balance between playing outside and screens.
Anyway, another hit by Jory. I loved this. Puns thrill me.
I wish my nephew and niece were young enough to give this a read, but they don't want to read kids books any more. Both of them spend so much time on screens. I wish they would go out and do more in the world, be kids. They are growing up too fast and spend too much time on screens, in my opinion.
The potato has everything to veg on the couch until one day the power goes out and so he goes outside. Jory doesn't want to cut out screens all together, but he does push for a balance between playing outside and screens.
Anyway, another hit by Jory. I loved this. Puns thrill me.
sab_rose's review against another edition
4.0
Super cute book about a potato who thought that there is no better place than his couch going outside.
It is not at punny as John's other books but just as charming!
It is not at punny as John's other books but just as charming!
msgabbythelibrarian's review against another edition
3.0
Okay, so I compare all of these Jory John books to my favorite one (which is the Good Egg). While they are starting to get redundant and slightly unoriginal, I want to read this one during "Unplug and Be Outside" week. Because that is the premise of this one--getting off the couch, getting away from the screens, and then discovering the world around them.
Funny illustrations included "Mad Yam" "M*A*S*H*E*D Potatoes" "The Catcher in the Fry"....kids won't get the references but adults will.
Funny illustrations included "Mad Yam" "M*A*S*H*E*D Potatoes" "The Catcher in the Fry"....kids won't get the references but adults will.
shighley's review against another edition
3.0
Maybe a bit unfortunate that this came out during the pandemic. The message seems a bit heavy-handed at times.