Oh Poo! A Cautionary Tale

When a boy who loves his dog but hates picking up dog poo takes a shortcut across the grass on the way to school, he learns that everyone has a poo story and it's up to him to break the mighty poo curse. Based on a collection of true dog poo stories, this funny rhyming picture book reminds readers of all ages that we're all in this together, and one small action can have a big impact, even when nobody sees it.

Oh Poo A Cautionary Tale is inspired by the author's daughter almost stepping in dog poo on the parking strip each morning as they race to school. When she shared her dismay with others, she realized that she'd tapped into a universal experience: everyone has a poo story, but nobody knows why this "mighty poo curse" persists. Most poop or poo stories in the children's book market relate to potty training or rely on being gross and silly to engage. Oh Poo is unique in that while it touches on the gross factor, the stories in the book are based on real events that show the impact that "just one piece of poo" had on people. The book makes a fun gift to new "pandemic puppy" owners, dog lovers (or haters), and anyone who might need a not-so-subtle hint. It can also be a useful tool for parents, educators, local governments, and community organizers to help people realize the health and environmental hazards of not picking up after one's dog, and of course the social stress inflicted upon others when they step in poo. Oh Poo is a memorable, non-preachy tale that's sure to spark the sharing of personal experiences and inspire positive action to help rid neighborhoods and public spaces of wayward poo for a healthier, happier world.

Author: Lori Kothe
Publisher: Kocreate Books
Published: 06/19/2020
Pages: 36
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.25d
ISBN: 9781735210223

About the Author
Kothe, Lori: - Lori Kothe's brain has a mind of its own. She designs solutions and stories that inspire and move people. In 2020, Lori published the picture book Oh Poo! A Cautionary Tale and founded Poogooder, a grassroots movement to help communities around the world address the wayward dog poo curse. Join the movement and do some good today at poogooder.com. Lori is an active SCBWI Western Washington member and lives with her animator husband, brainiac son, creative daughter, alpha cat, and two bunnies (plus a future dog) in West Seattle, WA. Learn more about her books and manuscripts at kocreatebooks.com or follow her on Twitter at @kocreate.

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