From School Library Journal
Toddler-PreS—In this book, Penfold humorously presents the demanding schedule of an infant. As the title suggests, this mostly consists of eating, sleeping, and pooping, although sometimes sleep is "cut back," leading to a few illustrations of a cranky baby. The book concludes by repeating the refrain, "Eat, Sleep, Poop," but adds at the end "Love," showcasing the baby's family lovingly embracing their young child. Told from the first-person perspective of the baby, this sweet, simple, and droll story will be especially appreciated by young readers with newborn siblings. The baby's gender is never explicitly identified, making it easier for readers to relate the tale to their own families. Massey's illustrations, which were created using pencil and gouache, are soft and detailed, capturing the warm tone of the text and the book's cute and cuddly narrator. Although "poop" is one of the main things baby does during the day, there isn't any potty humor, nor are there any illustrated depictions, as Massey subtly implies the occurrence, most often by drawing family members' reactions when they notice the smell of a stinky diaper; young readers, however, may still giggle at the word as it is repeated several times throughout. VERDICT While children with younger siblings and parents of newborns may get the most amusement from this book, other readers are still likely to enjoy this endearing offering and its gentle humor.—Laura J. Giunta, Garden City Public Library, NY
About the Author
Alexandra Penfold has been working in publishing for over a decade as a children’s book editor and as an agent. She’s the co-author of New York a la Cart: Recipes and Stories from the Big Apple’s Best Food Trucks, and makes her picture-book debut with Eat, Sleep, Poop. Alexandra lives with her family in Brooklyn, New York.
Jane Massey studied graphic design at Kingston University and worked for design agencies in London and Hong Kong. She is also known for her illustration work on packaging, advertising, and greeting cards. She lives on the southern coast of England with her family.
