I Can Go Potty (Muppet Babies Big Steps Book)

by Bonnie Worth, David Prebenna (Illustrator)

In a very cute and basic way, Baby Kermit explains how easy it is to go to the potty. He stops what he's doing, he goes to the bathroom, pulls down his pants, and sits on the potty. He says that he flushes after he's finished, he washes his hands, and he's finished. There's no simpler and better way to explain it.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

15 pages, Board book

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

BONNIE WORTH is the author of countless books for young readers, among them the Cat in the Hat Learning Library books If I Ran the Rain Forest, HarK! A Shark!, Oh Say Can You Seed? (winner of the 2003 Ohio Farm Bureau Award), Wish for a Fish, Oh Say Can You Say Di-No-Saur?, Would You Rather Be a Pollywog?, Ice Is Nice!, and Safari, So Good!

Reviews

[Irish Blue Eyes · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book is designed for young children and their parents, serving as a practical guide to encourage healthy sleep habits. It is part of a series that addresses common developmental milestones and challenges, such as self-dressing, sharing, and potty training. The primary focus is on the importance of sufficient rest and sleep for sustaining a positive mood and effective functioning. It gently teaches children about the relationship between their physical needs and emotional states, helping them to understand their own feelings. The mention of a specific blanket and stuffed animal highlights the importance of comfort objects and consistent routines in making nap time easier for toddlers. Written in a clear, accessible narrative style suitable for early readers, the book features relatable characters to deliver a straightforward, positive message about self-care and daily routines. Bonnie Worth, recognized for her easy-to-read, educational writing style, maintains this approach in this particular title as well. Kermit pauses his play when he feels the need to use the bathroom. He enters the bathroom, lowers his pants, sits on the toilet, and goes. Afterward, he wipes, flushes the toilet, pulls up his pants, and washes his hands. Ultimately, he is dry and comfortable, ready to return to his friends and continue playing. The language is simple and direct, tailored for young children who are just beginning their potty training journey. The narrative follows Baby Kermit as he learns to use the toilet, emphasizing the entire routine, which includes stopping play to use the toilet and washing hands afterward, thereby teaching children the complete hygiene process, not merely the act of using the potty.

[Erik · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kermit walks through all the steps of potty training. It's pretty basic but was a frequent request by my daughter during potty training.

[Casey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect for potty training my 23 month old. He read it twice before peeing on the potty and received gummies as a treat for doing so. Now he’s looking to do it again for more gummies.

[Sarah stahelin · Rating 3 out of 5]

One day, baby Kermit is playing and realizes he has to go to the bathroom. Kermit is upset that he has to stop what he is doing. Kermit then uses the bathroom and returns to play. Kermit was happy he used the bathroom and learned a valuable lesson.

Some of the themes displayed in this book are growing up and potty training.

I recommend this book because it goes through the basic steps of potty training and is perfect for your young child. If they are a fan of the muppets, the familiar character will help them understand that they can do it too! I personally loved this book as a child because the illustrations captivated me. As a huge muppet's fan, I constantly requested to read this book. As a child, the colorful character and scenes matched the shows I remember watching, so it made it easier for me to understand.

I recommend this book for children who are potty training or just enjoy the muppets!

[Erma Talamante · Rating 3 out of 5]

A cute book about Baby Kermit and that elusive childhood function of learning to use the bathroom. Kermit, a friendly, familiar figure, goes through the steps of using the bathroom and returning to play, dry and comfortable.

This was even better, because we watched The Muppets Take Manhattan the other night. No matter how many times I've seen it, this one always makes me laugh.

The only thing is my daughter is almost completely potty trained already. We're just down to the last few accidents on long road trips and after late drinks at night. So this book will go to get donated to the Library's book drive. Hopefully it will do another child good, too!

[Robert Beveridge · Rating 2 out of 5]

Bonnie Worth, I Can Go Potty (Golden Press, 1997)

Obviously meant as a male-themed companion piece to 1991's Bye,Bye, Diapers!, which features Miss Piggy. This one has Kermit going through much the same routine. The difference between the two books lies in the song each sings; that in the former book works better than this one, both in rhythm and word choice. But for a muppet-baby-loving kid who's probably not going to know the difference, both will be decent additions to story time during the potty training months; take a look at the library before making a final decision. **

[Carly Gates · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a good book to encourage children to go potty. I can relate being in a two year old classroom. I am constantly trying to think of new ways to encourage my 'new' potty-goers to go to the potty.

[iluvteaching · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book shows the potty seat instead of a separte potty chair. i like that.

[Bridget]

In storage

[Professor · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not sure how effective this is as a potty training tool. As a book it is okay, and it lays out the basics of potty training.