Sekaninova, Stepanka. Poops and Farts: The Bottom Line. Miroslava Gomolcakova, Illus. Addl. Creator Daniel Handak. Translated from the Czech by Graeme and Suzzane Dibble. Albatros, 06/2025. 47pp. Nonfiction. Trade $17.95. 978-80-00-07440-5. GRADES 2–5. HIGH ADDITIONAL.
Who doesn’t appreciate a bit of humor when discussing bodily functions like pooping and farting? The targeted elementary-aged audience certainly will. The humor improves as it mixes with the wide range of facts and sketched illustrations, as the author and illustrator explain the topics. Although originally written (and illustrated) in Czech, readers all over are likely to appreciate and understand the explanations regarding bodily functions, as well a brief history of toilets, toilet paper, and pooping in various places like Antarctica or outer space. Great coverage for an often overlooked topic.
Joshua Rees—Daly City Public Library