The Bad Seed and Other Stories

Perfect for readers young and old, The Bad Seed proves that positive change is possible for each and every one of us.

Could fresh air and sunshine possibly be better than the views on screen?

A baaaaaaaaaad seed.

This is a book about a bad seed.

Perfect for reading aloud and shared story time!

With Jory John’s charming and endearing text and bold expressive illustrations by Pete Oswald, here is The Bad Seed: a funny yet touching tale that reminds us of the remarkably transformative power of will, acceptance, and just being you.

He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude.

Meet the good egg.

But trying to be so good is hard when everyone else is plain ol’ rotten.

He’s been bad since he can remember!

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.

The Couch Potato has everything within reach and doesn't have to move from the sunken couch cushion.

Yoto Says: Dig in and enjoy this jam-packed collection, featuring three funny stories about self-acceptance, self-care and self-management.

But when the electricity goes out, Couch Potato is forced to peel away from the comforts of the living room and venture outside.

So, he decides enough is enough!

He’s a verrrrrry good egg indeed.

This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never listens.

Do you really want to know?

Bad Seed From New York Times bestselling author Jory John comes the charming story of the Bad Seed, a grumpy and mischievous character who may not be so bad after all.

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