Did The Elephant Choose His Nose? And other poems by Joshua McManus Childrens picture book of poems (Weird and Wonderfu...

This playful poetry collection tackles the delightfully "rude" and "disgusting" subjects that captivate young children, from the mystery of an elephant's trunk to the perils of mixing up a toilet brush with a toothbrush. Each of the twenty poems is crafted with a witty, entertaining style that skillfully navigates taboo topics like unexpected sneezes and other messy bodily functions. The verses serve as clever cautionary tales, transforming everyday gross-out moments into a shared, humorous experience that kids will find irresistibly funny.

What makes this book distinctive is its unabashed embrace of the humor found in the slightly icky, a surefire way to engage reluctant readers and any child going through that potty-humor phase. The poems are not just for laughs; they provide a safe, literary space to explore and giggle about the very things kids are often told not to discuss. Parents seeking a read-aloud that will have their child begging for "just one more poem" will find this collection to be a repeat favorite, perfectly blending clever wordplay with the universal childhood appeal of all things wonderfully gross.