Cock A Doodle Poo

What do our readers think of Cock A Doodle Poo? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find the poo-filled jokes, colourful pictures and bouncy rhymes very funny, and many enjoy laughing along at bedtime or asking for the story again. The humour is especially popular with children who like silly toilet jokes, although the repeated jokes may feel less amusing to grown-ups after several readings.

What does the Pageticker team say about Cock A Doodle Poo?

A gloriously silly farmyard adventure, with its lively rhyme, expressive animals and wonderfully unexpected hero. The poo-filled humour is likely to have young children giggling and joining in, while the story also touches on creativity, courage and how something useful can still be rather smelly. Best suited to children who enjoy toilet humour; some adults may find the jokes wear thin after repeated readings.

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What is Cock A Doodle Poo about?

Farmer Jill's farm is bustling with animals — and their poo! While she knows it's good for the land, the chickens are tired of dodging the mess. One day, someone poops on Jill's new hairdo! Who could it be? Join Rooster in this hilarious rhyming adventure as he dreams of flying high and ends up saving the day in an unexpected, poo-filled way.

About the author

Steve Smallman is a much-loved British author and illustrator who has written over 100 books for children. He is well known for his funny and heart-warming stories, such as 'Bear's Big Bottom' and 'Poo in the Zoo'. Steve enjoys making children laugh with his imaginative tales and colourful pictures.

Discussion ideas around Cock A Doodle Poo

Rooster’s big idea: Why does Rooster want to fly, and what does his unusual plan show about the way he thinks?

A surprising hero: What makes Rooster a hero by the end of the story, even though things do not go exactly as he hopes?

Useful poo: Farmer Jill says poo is good for the land. What other things can be messy but useful?

Farm life: How would you feel about living on a farm where animals left poo everywhere? Which part would you enjoy and which part would you find tricky?

Funny words and sounds: Which rhyme, sound or picture makes you laugh most, and how does it make the story fun to read aloud?