The Good Egg tackles the pressure of perfectionism. We can all do with letting loose every now and again, and children (and eggs!) are no different. Once again, this is an excellent addition to The Food Group series, a bestselling series from author Jory John.
Keep reading for a run-down of everything you need to know about this cracking good time!
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The Good Egg – Jory John & Pete Oswald
Reading Age 4-8
A #1 New York Times bestseller!
An Amazon Best Books of the Year 2019 selection!
From the bestselling creators of The Bad Seed, a timely story about not having to be Grade A perfect!
Full Official Synopsis:
A #1 New York Times bestseller!
An Amazon Best Books of the Year 2019 selection!
From the bestselling creators of The Bad Seed, a timely story about not having to be Grade A perfect!
Meet the good egg. He’s a verrrrrry good egg indeed.
But trying to be so good is hard when everyone else is plain ol’ rotten.
As the other eggs in the dozen behave badly, the good egg starts to crack from all the pressure of feeling like he has to be perfect.
So, he decides enough is enough! It’s time for him to make a change…
Dynamic duo Jory John and Pete Oswald hatch a funny and charming story that reminds us of the importance of balance, self-care, and accepting those we love (even if they are sometimes a bit rotten).
Perfect for reading aloud and shared storytime!
About The Author
Jory John is an American author and editor who has written several children’s books. He was born in 1971 in the state of California and grew up in San Francisco. John attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied English and creative writing. After college, he worked as an editor at a publishing company in San Francisco.
John’s career as an author began with his first book, “All My Friends Are Dead,” which he co-wrote with Avery Monsen. The book became a bestseller and was followed by several more successful titles, including “Goodnight Already!” and “I Will Chomp You!”.
In addition to writing children’s books, John has also written for various publications, including The New York Times and McSweeney’s.
John’s books have been recognized with several awards, including the E.B. White Read-Aloud Honor and the Charlotte Zolotow Honor. He currently lives in Oregon with his family and continues to write and edit children’s books. John is known for his humorous and relatable writing style, which has resonated with young readers and parents alike. His books are known for incorporating dark humor and discussing difficult topics in a fun and engaging way.
It’s no surprise that a man like Jory John found his way in children’s books. Early in his career, he volunteered at an educational nonprofit in San Francisco before being hired as the program director. There he created Thanks and Have Fun Running the Country: Kids’ Letters to President Obama.
His books have landed on the New York Times bestseller list including the first (The Good Egg) and second positions (The Bad Seed). He seems pretty happy about it too!
Aside from The Food Group Series, which earned him the bulk of his awards, Jory Johns has also written:
- Critter Jitters series
- Animal Problems series
- The Terrible Two series
- Goodnight Already! series
- All My Friends… series
As well as many, many standalone books!
Overview
The Good Egg by Jory John is a children’s picture book that tells the story of an egg who is always trying to be good. The book follows the egg as it tries to control its behavior, so as not to crack, and to be a good example for the other eggs in the carton.
However, the egg’s constant need to be perfect and to police its behavior leads to exhaustion and burnout. The egg decides to leave the carton and go on a solo journey of self-discovery, hoping to find balance and a new perspective on what it means to be good.
Along the way, the good egg encounters other eggs who are not as well-behaved as it is, and the egg learns to accept imperfection and forgive others for their mistakes. When the good egg finally returns to the carton, it has a new outlook on life and teaches the other eggs the importance of self-care and acceptance.
The book is beautifully illustrated by Pete Oswald, and the story has a meaningful message about the pressure to be perfect and the importance of self-care and self-acceptance. The Good Egg is a heartwarming and relatable story that teaches kids to embrace their flaws and to be kind and forgiving to themselves and others.
Our Review
This book, as with all Jory John books, offers quite a lot to giggle at. The attention to detail in the illustrations is as impressive as ever. The eggs in the carton had some funny faces and there were some pretty silly rhyming names. My nephew’s favorite part was the eggs were in the toilet and sliding downstairs.
The good egg lives with 11 other bad eggs and they stress him out so much that his shell cracks! Our good egg needs to go on a spa break to take care of himself. He comes back from the spa a little looser and less uptight.
We appreciate that this book targets perfectionism. A lot of children may have riddled anxiety about being ‘good’ all of the time, and the aim of this book is to teach children that it’s ok to let loose every now and again. Not everyone can be perfect all the time!
The Good Egg Read Aloud
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the book The Good Egg about?
A: In The Good Egg by Jory John, an egg suffering from a breakdown, takes some time out and realises it doesn’t have to be perfect. Namely, accepting yourself and others for who they are.
Q: How many Bad Seed books are there?
A: The Food Group series includes seven books:
- The Bad Seed (2017)
- The Good Egg (2019)
- The Cool Bean (2019)
- The Couch Potato (2020)
- The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape! (2020)
- The Smart Cookie (2021)
- The Bad Egg Presents: The Good, The Bad, and The Spooky (2021)
Q: The Good Egg Jory John page count?
A: The Good Egg book is around 40 pages, depending on publication.
Q: What reading level is The Good Egg Jory John?
A: The recommended reading level for The Good Egg is 4-8 years.
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