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I need a wee!
A fabulously funny new story from the bestselling creator of Barry the Fish with Fingers and Norman the Slug with the Silly Shell.
Alan the bear has a problem. He needs a wee! But there are so many things he would rather do first. Will he make it to the loo on time? And when he gets there, will there be a queue?! Uh-oh...
Alan the bear has a problem. He needs a wee! But there are so many things he would rather do first. Will he make it to the loo on time? And when he gets there, will there be a queue?! Uh-oh...
32 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 11, 2014
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September 12, 2019
Really silly story with bright, fun illustrations, but the final message is literally the opposite of what you want to teach a child who's potty-training.
February 9, 2019
This is not a potty-training book, but it may have made me pee a little with laughter.
May 4, 2019
Alan the bear is having a great time at the amusement park, but he really, really, really needs to go to the potty. The line to the toilets is very long. What is he to do?
A silly and delightful story with lots of little word play and bright colorful illustrations.
*Note: American children might need a bit of explanation about the word "wee" to get all the humor.
A silly and delightful story with lots of little word play and bright colorful illustrations.
*Note: American children might need a bit of explanation about the word "wee" to get all the humor.
July 25, 2019
I thought it funny the book title had WEE and not PEE. I thought "How real! The child wants to play, see things, is distracted by everything, yet doing the Irish jig to make the leprechauns proud!" Okay, so it was a bit unfortunate that the "tea pot/wee pot" joke had to be made, but its all good. There were other puns that made you groan, but they were funny. Then we find our Bear in an actual dance contest, winning (of course) but then (SPOILER) pees in the cup? Sorry, you lost me there. All the good vibes went out the window. I appreciate the hard work that went into making the book, but I cannot like your book. Hope your other books (previous and future) and this find good homes!
May 2, 2019
Taking a moment all kids can identify with, this book twists a giggle worthy tale which might even throw in a silly gasp.
Alan is having tons of fun with his friends, so when the first signs having to wee slide in, he's reluctant to leave the excitement. Luckily, his friends understand the dire situation and head out to help him search for a bathroom. But things don't go as planned, especially as the distractions mount and the toilet possibilities fade away.
Alan and his friends are a fun group, and this radiates off the pages from the very start. They support each other and have one another's backs no matter what. This warmth along with the determination not to leave a friend alone with his problem make it a lovely read, which holds that special something even when the silliness ensues.
The 'I-need-to-pee-dance' in the very first pages already hits a very familiar chord, which kids (and adults) quickly identify with. Alan's search for a bathroom hits a sympathetic note as he first battles his own decision to search out a bathroom or play, and then becomes dire when a toilet isn't as easy to find as hoped. It's a situation everyone finds themselves in and an inner-battle situation especially kids known too well. But this search soon hits ridiculous and quirky humor, and that's what makes this a book to love too. Kids will shake their heads, laugh and wonder at Alan's attempts, while still knowing full well what type of situation he's in.
The illustrations are vibrant and lively, yet hold a geometrical simplicity. This is a playful tale, and that hits every page. This is an imaginative group of friends who invites to fun the entire way through. And it will have young listeners coming back again and again.
I received an ARC and despite my raised eyebrows, enjoyed the fun and message very much.
Alan is having tons of fun with his friends, so when the first signs having to wee slide in, he's reluctant to leave the excitement. Luckily, his friends understand the dire situation and head out to help him search for a bathroom. But things don't go as planned, especially as the distractions mount and the toilet possibilities fade away.
Alan and his friends are a fun group, and this radiates off the pages from the very start. They support each other and have one another's backs no matter what. This warmth along with the determination not to leave a friend alone with his problem make it a lovely read, which holds that special something even when the silliness ensues.
The 'I-need-to-pee-dance' in the very first pages already hits a very familiar chord, which kids (and adults) quickly identify with. Alan's search for a bathroom hits a sympathetic note as he first battles his own decision to search out a bathroom or play, and then becomes dire when a toilet isn't as easy to find as hoped. It's a situation everyone finds themselves in and an inner-battle situation especially kids known too well. But this search soon hits ridiculous and quirky humor, and that's what makes this a book to love too. Kids will shake their heads, laugh and wonder at Alan's attempts, while still knowing full well what type of situation he's in.
The illustrations are vibrant and lively, yet hold a geometrical simplicity. This is a playful tale, and that hits every page. This is an imaginative group of friends who invites to fun the entire way through. And it will have young listeners coming back again and again.
I received an ARC and despite my raised eyebrows, enjoyed the fun and message very much.
September 2, 2020
I'm behind on this year's reading challenge so I'm including stuff I've read to my niblings :D
Cute book. My 3-year-old niece enjoyed the story but then later peed on the floor, although this may have been due to the stress of being left with unfamiliar babysitters in a new house, rather than a misinterpretation of the author's primary message. Her 5- and 8-year-old siblings were less impressed, but were easily distracted with Lego.
Cute book. My 3-year-old niece enjoyed the story but then later peed on the floor, although this may have been due to the stress of being left with unfamiliar babysitters in a new house, rather than a misinterpretation of the author's primary message. Her 5- and 8-year-old siblings were less impressed, but were easily distracted with Lego.
May 30, 2019
What I wanted from this book never happened. I love the premise but it fell short. Why? Because the busy little bear never makes to a potty. Why? If you want to convince a young potty training child to stop for a moment to use the potty, then the bear in the story needs to as well.
November 5, 2020
Ends with a great play on words! Would be great to start a discussion with your child while potty training about where you can and cannot go to the bathroom, as well as why you should go right away and not wait! I see this being most necessary with boys....
November 6, 2017
A great, fun, refreshingly honest kids book. My son and I loved its irreverence and cheeky humour!
September 21, 2018
Hi Alan I loved You Because you needed a wee.
November 25, 2018
Good book - daughter loves it. Best bit is the Magic Rabbit whose voice I have to do as an East End Gangster.
January 18, 2019
A book just for the fun. It’s a hit with my son who loves showing me the dance 🤣
June 29, 2019
Everyone who has ever had to really, really go and hold it will relate to Alan's amusing predicament.
August 8, 2019
Maybe 3.5. Kind of funny, kind of weird.
August 14, 2019
Might not be the most scientific of the potty books but I would 100% read it during a potty storytime cause it's great nonetheless.
March 19, 2020
3 stars - love the bright colors
May 17, 2020
Definitely not a potty training book. (Though the title seems misleading)
And I don’t think it’s a good story for a child, even though they are already potty trained.
And I don’t think it’s a good story for a child, even though they are already potty trained.
May 28, 2020
A stuffed toy waits to long and must find a bathroom before it's too late. Preschool and up.
November 11, 2021
Holt-Delhi PJ story time 11-10-2021
September 22, 2022
Moo really loves this book! He thinks it's very funny and laughs alot at the different items that are almost used as a toilet!
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July 26, 2023In France, I need a yes
March 2, 2024
Super cute book
March 10, 2024
Children found this a funny story
June 27, 2024
Hoping this would be useful for potty training but not ideal.
July 5, 2024
Fantastic story. Has a great plot twist at the end
June 9, 2025
Alan has to use the potty, but doesn't go right away. His procrastinating causes him bigger problems as he searches for a proper location to wee!
May 12, 2015
Originally posted on Once Upon a Bookcase.
If your children like brightly coloured, funny stories, I Need a Wee! by Sue Hendra & Paul Linnet is for them.
The toys are all visiting a fairground, enjoying all the rides and various amusements. Alan the bear needs a wee, but he's having too much fun to go. Fortunately, his friends Giraffe and Robot make him head towards the toilet, but there are so many distractions along he way. Before he knows it, Alan is desperate. Is he going to get there?
I Need a Wee! isn't a book I would pick up for a child off my own back. The bright neon colours aren't really my thing. They make the book seem tacky to me, and it doesn't look like a picture book with much substance, to me. Having read it, there's not a huge deal of substance, but it's a fun, amusing read children will get a kick out of. What child doesn't like toilet humour? It's always going to be a hit. And with it's neon colours, children are going to be drawn to it. I personally prefer more in picture books, but children don't need every book they read to teach them something. Sometimes pure, simple fun is a good thing.
Thank you to Simon & Schuster Children's Books for the review copy.
If your children like brightly coloured, funny stories, I Need a Wee! by Sue Hendra & Paul Linnet is for them.
The toys are all visiting a fairground, enjoying all the rides and various amusements. Alan the bear needs a wee, but he's having too much fun to go. Fortunately, his friends Giraffe and Robot make him head towards the toilet, but there are so many distractions along he way. Before he knows it, Alan is desperate. Is he going to get there?
I Need a Wee! isn't a book I would pick up for a child off my own back. The bright neon colours aren't really my thing. They make the book seem tacky to me, and it doesn't look like a picture book with much substance, to me. Having read it, there's not a huge deal of substance, but it's a fun, amusing read children will get a kick out of. What child doesn't like toilet humour? It's always going to be a hit. And with it's neon colours, children are going to be drawn to it. I personally prefer more in picture books, but children don't need every book they read to teach them something. Sometimes pure, simple fun is a good thing.
Thank you to Simon & Schuster Children's Books for the review copy.
November 11, 2016
I actually bought this when I started potty training as I thought maybe it would help strangely it did and it was a fun way to do it ! I have alot of sue hendra books so I never hesitate to buy any. Like the others this one helps teach lessons and gives understanding in a fun way it's simple but funny and witty and Is a big hit with my children. I recommend
May 29, 2015
A great book for little people who often postpone a bathroom break because they're having too much fun. Good for the start of the year at school.
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