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Yum Yummy Yuck
Teach your kids what's delicious and safe to eat--and what's not--with this stylish board book.
In their hip and often humorous Instagram accounts, Amanda and Cree Jones invite the world into their life with two young kids. Now, the Joneses are sharing another experience--the struggle to keep their kids from putting everything they see into their mouths. Using simple, bright illustrations, irresistible colors, gentle repetition, and a lighthearted tone, this stylish board book teaches babies and toddlers what they should and shouldn't put in their mouths. Delectable treats like an ice cream cone, a pear, and a donut are interspersed with not-so-yummy things kids find irresistible--like coins, boogers, and sand. Facing pages display the correct use of these items-- boogers go in tissues, coins in a piggy bank, and sand in a bucket. Designed to appeal to modern parents, this durable and attractive book will have kids and their parents going back to it and sharing in the fun of all the delicious and disgusting things kids like.
In their hip and often humorous Instagram accounts, Amanda and Cree Jones invite the world into their life with two young kids. Now, the Joneses are sharing another experience--the struggle to keep their kids from putting everything they see into their mouths. Using simple, bright illustrations, irresistible colors, gentle repetition, and a lighthearted tone, this stylish board book teaches babies and toddlers what they should and shouldn't put in their mouths. Delectable treats like an ice cream cone, a pear, and a donut are interspersed with not-so-yummy things kids find irresistible--like coins, boogers, and sand. Facing pages display the correct use of these items-- boogers go in tissues, coins in a piggy bank, and sand in a bucket. Designed to appeal to modern parents, this durable and attractive book will have kids and their parents going back to it and sharing in the fun of all the delicious and disgusting things kids like.
- GenresPicture BooksChildrens
30 pages, Board Book
Published September 17, 2019
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October 16, 2019
This was a cute, aesthetically-pleasing board book all about teaching children what's appropriate to put in their mouths. Veggies? Yum. Fruits? Yum! Even pizza and ice cream--YUM. But boogers? Coins? Nope, don't put it in your mouth, do not swallow, do not pass go. With vibrant illustrations and a recommendation for vegetables, this book is great to show your little ones--just remind them that books don't go in their mouth, either!
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October 26, 2019
Thank you Prestel Junior and PRHPS Kid's Corner for this free Advanced Rearder's Copy. The following review contains my honest opinion:
This board book is problematic.
The illustrations are, in the opinion of my 3 year old "the pictures are too plain" by which I feel he means, too simple. As an adult and an artist, I appreciated the color combinations and groupings, but as a parent, I must take in to consideration that these color groupings may distort the ability for a toddler to easily recognize the desired image. We did have difficulty determining if there was a picture of an apple or an orange; a carton of orange juice or a carton of milk; an avocado or a hard-boiled egg, just to name a few examples. (By the time we reached the "money" illustration, he had lost interest in even guessing the item in question.) At this time, I am unable to pinpoint whether the difficulty we experienced is due to the lack of detail or confusion from non-traditional color choices. The inability to "read" the pictures within a picture book is a significant problem for emergent readers' comprehension.
There is some inconsistency in the wording. In order for a book to become a repeat favorite for a toddler there has to be predictability in the wording. At this stage of preliteracy, children memorize and regurgitate the books they love. After the third repetition of "yum, yummy. yuck", there is a deviation of "yum, yummy, ooooooooo yummmmm, yuck", then the text reverts back to the original repetition. At the point of deviation, my toddler lost interest in "reading along" (participating in predictive dialogue). There is even some inconsistency in pairing the words "yum" and "yummy" with a food type. For instance, the first "yum" is paired with ice cream, "yummy" with a pear; the second "yum" is paired with either an orange or an apple, "yummy" with either juice or milk; the third "yum" is paired with either an avocado or a hard-boiled egg, "yummy" with corn; the forth "yum" is paired with cherries, the "yummy" with a donut. I would either have liked to see "yum" paired with the sugary option and "yummy" with a healthy fruit or veggie, or for sugary options to have been eliminated altogether and both "yum" and "yummy" paired with healthy fruits and veggies. After the "yuck" moment, there is an explanation. The explanation does not rhyme and the explanations throughout the book lack a cohesive voice. Rhyming is vital for emergent readers who are learning to understand how language works and it infuses an element of fun to the act of reading. Rhyming is also one more tool that reinforces anticipatory predictions from the toddlers.
Overall, the concept of reinforcing what is and what is not edible is good, but the execution is poor.
Overall I was disappointed and I will not recommend this book.
This board book is problematic.
The illustrations are, in the opinion of my 3 year old "the pictures are too plain" by which I feel he means, too simple. As an adult and an artist, I appreciated the color combinations and groupings, but as a parent, I must take in to consideration that these color groupings may distort the ability for a toddler to easily recognize the desired image. We did have difficulty determining if there was a picture of an apple or an orange; a carton of orange juice or a carton of milk; an avocado or a hard-boiled egg, just to name a few examples. (By the time we reached the "money" illustration, he had lost interest in even guessing the item in question.) At this time, I am unable to pinpoint whether the difficulty we experienced is due to the lack of detail or confusion from non-traditional color choices. The inability to "read" the pictures within a picture book is a significant problem for emergent readers' comprehension.
There is some inconsistency in the wording. In order for a book to become a repeat favorite for a toddler there has to be predictability in the wording. At this stage of preliteracy, children memorize and regurgitate the books they love. After the third repetition of "yum, yummy. yuck", there is a deviation of "yum, yummy, ooooooooo yummmmm, yuck", then the text reverts back to the original repetition. At the point of deviation, my toddler lost interest in "reading along" (participating in predictive dialogue). There is even some inconsistency in pairing the words "yum" and "yummy" with a food type. For instance, the first "yum" is paired with ice cream, "yummy" with a pear; the second "yum" is paired with either an orange or an apple, "yummy" with either juice or milk; the third "yum" is paired with either an avocado or a hard-boiled egg, "yummy" with corn; the forth "yum" is paired with cherries, the "yummy" with a donut. I would either have liked to see "yum" paired with the sugary option and "yummy" with a healthy fruit or veggie, or for sugary options to have been eliminated altogether and both "yum" and "yummy" paired with healthy fruits and veggies. After the "yuck" moment, there is an explanation. The explanation does not rhyme and the explanations throughout the book lack a cohesive voice. Rhyming is vital for emergent readers who are learning to understand how language works and it infuses an element of fun to the act of reading. Rhyming is also one more tool that reinforces anticipatory predictions from the toddlers.
Overall, the concept of reinforcing what is and what is not edible is good, but the execution is poor.
Overall I was disappointed and I will not recommend this book.
August 30, 2019
This baby board book teaches little toddlers what is okay to eat and what is yucky! Fruit, veggies, icecream, donuts, and pizza are all good to eat, but boogers belong on a tissue, NOT in your mouth. Coins go in a piggy bank, NOT in your tummy. Crayons are for drawing, NOT digesting; and even toothpaste has to be spit out.
Each page has a simple silhouette of an item with the caption of "yum, yummy," or "yuck", perfect for teaching little hands to keep certain things out of their mouths.
I can really imagine reading this with a young child, and making faces as we read each page together; licking our lips and rubbing our tummies for the yummy pages, and making gross faces and gagging at the yucky pages. haha! Even a simple book like this is fun when read with a child!
This book is also useful to teach little kids the names of different types of foods, as they are learning to speak and identify various vegetables and fruits.
I like the clean illustrations that use geometric shapes to give the silhouette of the objects and items. The colors are bright but not overpowering, and the shapes bleed into one another for an interesting transparent look. The simplicity would appeal to any baby or toddler, catching the eye and engaging the attention.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.
Each page has a simple silhouette of an item with the caption of "yum, yummy," or "yuck", perfect for teaching little hands to keep certain things out of their mouths.
I can really imagine reading this with a young child, and making faces as we read each page together; licking our lips and rubbing our tummies for the yummy pages, and making gross faces and gagging at the yucky pages. haha! Even a simple book like this is fun when read with a child!
This book is also useful to teach little kids the names of different types of foods, as they are learning to speak and identify various vegetables and fruits.
I like the clean illustrations that use geometric shapes to give the silhouette of the objects and items. The colors are bright but not overpowering, and the shapes bleed into one another for an interesting transparent look. The simplicity would appeal to any baby or toddler, catching the eye and engaging the attention.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.
October 3, 2019
After having our 6-month-old nephew at our house a few times to babysit, I am reminded how quickly they can get items into their mouths. Having a teenager and adult children, I don’t have to worry about that anymore or have my house childproofed. That’s why this book is so great for introducing the idea of ok and not ok things to put in their mouths and I’ll be sure to read it to our sweet little nephew when he is here.
This heavy-duty board book uses simple pictures with the terms yum, yummy, and yuck to describe what things are good to eat and what things are not. As toddlers learn what is yummy and yuck, they are sure to giggle over some of the yuck items.
The book begins with an ice cream cone (yum), a pear (yummy) and a booger on the tip of a finger (yuck). Then it offers a simple explanation of not eating yours or anyone else’s boogers and to use a tissue. Other yuck items include a bandaid, sand, or a crayon as well as other non-edible items.
I like how the book also encourages eating healthy items by calling them yummy and other once-in-a-while treats as yum. The book has a perfectly simple way of teaching kids in a fun way about eating good things and not putting things in our mouth that they shouldn’t.
This heavy-duty board book uses simple pictures with the terms yum, yummy, and yuck to describe what things are good to eat and what things are not. As toddlers learn what is yummy and yuck, they are sure to giggle over some of the yuck items.
The book begins with an ice cream cone (yum), a pear (yummy) and a booger on the tip of a finger (yuck). Then it offers a simple explanation of not eating yours or anyone else’s boogers and to use a tissue. Other yuck items include a bandaid, sand, or a crayon as well as other non-edible items.
I like how the book also encourages eating healthy items by calling them yummy and other once-in-a-while treats as yum. The book has a perfectly simple way of teaching kids in a fun way about eating good things and not putting things in our mouth that they shouldn’t.
February 26, 2020
Genre: Board Book-Picture Book
Awards: N/A
Audience: Ages 2-4
A. This book fits into the specific category of board book because it is simple, yet children will learn something from it. It is also easy to grab and play with, which is the concept of a board book.
B. One of the visual elements in this book is shape and it is an element that contributes to the story. Each shape is simple and gets straight to the point, which is needed for a picture board book. Each shape of either "yum, yum, yuck" describes exactly what it is trying to describe which contributes to the whole theme of the story.
C. I would use this book to teach a concept because it shows what is yummy and what is yucky which is an easy concept to teach with this book.
Awards: N/A
Audience: Ages 2-4
A. This book fits into the specific category of board book because it is simple, yet children will learn something from it. It is also easy to grab and play with, which is the concept of a board book.
B. One of the visual elements in this book is shape and it is an element that contributes to the story. Each shape is simple and gets straight to the point, which is needed for a picture board book. Each shape of either "yum, yum, yuck" describes exactly what it is trying to describe which contributes to the whole theme of the story.
C. I would use this book to teach a concept because it shows what is yummy and what is yucky which is an easy concept to teach with this book.
October 6, 2019
Board books are a great way to introduce toddlers to the idea of books and reading. Yum Yummy Yuck is a great way to teach toddlers basic shapes, colors and repetitive words and sounds. In this sturdy book perfect for kids, little learners will see familiar shapes. Parents and caregivers can talk to toddlers about what they see and show them ho to interact with a book by teaching them how to turn pages which will enhance motor skills and eye hand coordination. This book shares opposites in what is yucky or yummy.
September 17, 2019
This book is ON POINT! Oh my, I laughed while reading this to my toddler. Read my full review about this awesome book that teaches toddlers not to eat (among other things), boogers, legos, and toothpaste, here: https://agoodreid.blogspot.com/2019/0...
January 14, 2020
A good lapsit book. I don't think it would work in baby story time, because the yum, yummy, yuck concepts get a little out there. It may work better in toddler story time.
July 13, 2020
I love the art (Soren has a shirt with the patterns), but the colors sometimes made it hard to tell what the items were.
February 25, 2021
Four stars because it's an easy book to read over and over.
September 12, 2024
Fun read!
September 16, 2024
I dunno, I kind of feel like the things not to eat are almost a temptation in this book. The illustrations and story didn't appeal to me individually or as a package.
September 17, 2020
This book was pretty great and I'm sure it would be very informative to young readers as well. It has an element of gross out humor with the boogers, band-aids, etc that I think could be hard for some readers to deal with. Funny.
For: readers looking for a book to start the discussion of what one should and shouldn't eat.
Possible red flags: gross out humor.
For: readers looking for a book to start the discussion of what one should and shouldn't eat.
Possible red flags: gross out humor.
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