If you’re struggling to make potty training fun, Tom Toro’s How To Potty Train Your Porcupine—possibly inspired by classics like Everyone Poops—offers fresh laughs mixed with useful strategies. His book doesn’t just throw out advice; it wraps lessons in humor so kids actually listen. For example, one spread shows a tiny porcupine attempting a comically oversized potty—something any toddler can relate to.

Experts agree that stress-free learning works best. While there aren’t real guides on porcupine potty training (duh), Toro’s pretend scenario teaches real principles: patience, routine, and positive reinforcement. The whimsical tone reminds me of Sandra Boynton’s board books—goofy but sneakily smart.

Parents report their kids asking to read it repeatedly (even in the bathroom!). Silly details—like a toilet paper roll for a porcupine’s quills—distract kids from resistance. Who knew animal antics could ease the “potty power struggle”? Not everything connects perfectly (why does the porcupine wear pajamas?), but kids aren’t overanalyzing—they’re just having fun.

To get lasting results, pair this with rewards like sticker charts, a tip the book oddly leaves out. Still, its playfulness fills a gap in dry how-to guides. Worth it just to see a porcupine flush!