itselv's review
أنا كذلك كنت كالبيضة الجيدة، أتحمل مسؤولية ليست مسؤوليتي وأحاول جعل الجميع يسير على طريقتي وأحاول إصلاحهم وتقليل مساوئهم، لذلك، أفهم ما تشعر به البيضة في هذه القصة، لكنني أرى أن القصة أخذت منعطفًا أخرًا، ليس بالضرورة سيئًا لكنه مُبهم ومن السهل فهمه بشكل خاطئ، بالأخص للأطفال، الفئة الموجه لها هذا الكتاب. ففي البداية، تتضايق البيضة من سوء تصرفات إخوتها، تحاول إصلاحهم، ومن ثم تغادرهم لكونها لم تعد تطيق العيش معهم، تبدأ بمحاولة الاسترخاء وتجربة كل جديد، لتفهم في النهاية أن لا أحد مثالي، وجميعنا نتركب الأخطاء، وليس من واجباتنا إصلاح الجميع. كل هذا جميل، لكن في النهاية تقرر البيضة العودة إلى أهلها لأنها تشعر بالوحدة والشوق، في الرسومات نجد بقية البيض يتصرفون بنفس السوء، وأحيانًا حتى تجاهها، وتقبل البيضة ذلك لأنهم ليسوا مثاليين(!)، وذلك بالنسبة لي ليس صحيحًا، ليس علينا أن نقبل التصرفات السيئة لأن العالم ليس مثالي، علينا أن نضع الحدود ولا نقبل بأن يتعداها أحدهم مهما كان قريبًا منّا. كان الأمر ليبدو أقل سوءًا لو رأينا تصرفات جيدة من قِبل بقية البيض، وليس فقط شقاوتهم وازعاجهم، هكذا نعرف أنهم ليسوا مثاليين، حيث يمتلكون الشقاوة والطيبة، وليس كما عُرض في الكتاب، مجرد الشقاوة. شعرت وكأن البيضة قبلت بالعودة للمكان الذي ازعجها لمجرد ابعاد شعور الوحدة، وهذه ليست رسالة أود لأي طفل أن يصدقها ويعمل بها.
clavishorti's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The Good Egg, a sequel bursting with goodness, created by Jory John and brought to life through Pete Oswald's incredible art. Meet an egg who embodies goodness—always doing the right thing. But guess what? Even the best eggs need a break sometimes! This egg begins to feel the pressure of maintaining its goodness all the time.
"This time, I know what I need to do. I’ll try not to worry so much. I’ll be kind to my fellow eggs while also being kind to myself."
The egg recognizes that it's okay to show kindness to others while also giving himself a break. The Egg has mastered the delicate art of balancing kindness towards others and prioritizing self-care. He has discovered that valuing oneself is just as important as spreading kindness. This Egg possesses remarkable wisdom, letting go of stress and embracing a relaxed approach to handling things. It's all about kindness, coupled with a touch of self-love—now that's a clever egg strategy!
Pete Oswald's illustrations are a direct line to the heart of the story. In The Good Egg, the colors he employs create a minimalist masterpiece—simple yet striking. The pictures maintain their A-game, upholding flawless quality. And oh, those egg expressions! They seem to tell an entire extra story on their own. Pete Oswald's talent is mind-blowing. His artwork dances hand-in-hand with Jory John's words, causing the message to leap off the pages. It's like a tag-team of creativity that strikes a chord with your emotions!
The Good Egg isn't just another run-of-the-mill kindness tale—it's a masterclass in self-care and self-acceptance. In a world fixated on flawlessness, this tale serves as a friendly reminder that our quirks are what make us authentic. Regardless of your age, if you're drawn to stories that warm your heart and bring a smile to your face, this book is an absolute delight. The Good Egg strikes a perfect balance between simplicity and depth, enveloping you in a cozy blanket of wisdom that just feels right.
xhekap30's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
suryapandian's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
aww another sweet book by Jory John. Follow up on "The bad seed". Very sweet and dear to heart. This series would make up for a lovely gift for kids.
Sweet way to teaching kids
- everyone have imperfections
- self love
Sweet way to teaching kids
- everyone have imperfections
- self love
yellowdjo's review
5.0
This was an amazing book! It teaches you an amazing life lesson. It teaches us that we are not perfect and that we are perfect just the way we are. I definitely recommend!
renwar96's review
5.0
Cute story about taking care of yourself and not trying to be perfect. Super cute illustrations.