Book Review: Dragons Love Farts: They’re More Fun Than Tacos!
As a mom to three rambunctious little ones, there are nights when bedtime feels like a heroic struggle. With our usual storytime turning into a wrestling match for the coziest spot near mom, I sometimes find myself at the mercy of tiny hands desperately reaching for a beloved book. One evening, caught in that tornado of energy, I spotted Dragons Love Farts: They’re More Fun Than Tacos! on our growing bookshelf. Honestly, who could resist a book about dragons and farts? Not my kids, that’s for sure!
Written by Tinker & Swag, this delightful tale invites readers into the colorful, whimsical world where dragons belly laugh and embrace their flatulent habits. As we crack open the book, we meet quirky dragons who love their farts even more than tacos—an enlightening fact that sent my boys into fits of giggles. They were all in, as if they had just discovered the ultimate secret. The illustrations are jubilant and vibrant, bursting with color that dances across the pages and brings life to the lighthearted narrative.
The plot is simple, revolving around our dragon friends engaging in a series of hilarious shenanigans fueled by their love of, well, toots. With clever nods to history and classic literature, the book is peppered with charming memes that even playful parents like me get a kick out of. I found my boys point excitedly at a dragon nerding out over dinosaurs while cheerfully letting one rip—what’s not to love about that?
During our first reading, I’ll never forget my three-year-old declaring, “Mommy! This dragon is just like me!” as he dramatically reenacted a dragon-worthy fart. It’s moments like these that make reading together so special—those candid bursts of laughter that create wonderful family memories. The book also does an excellent job blending humor with opportunities for vocabulary expansion. Words like “methane” became household favorites overnight!
While reading, my six-year-old—usually the more reserved one—leaned forward in anticipation with each turn of the page, and soon, even the toddler was chiming in delightedly. That’s the magic of Dragons Love Farts: it effortlessly captures their attention and opens up a treasure trove of giggles while encouraging a love for reading.
So, who would I recommend this delightful book to? If you have kids aged 3-7 who are prone to fits of giggles and the occasional flatulence joke, this gem should be on your shelf. Perfect for gift-giving or as a fun addition to a bedtime routine, it’s now one of our family favorites that demands to be read night after night.
In the grand comedy of parenting, where farts and giggles reign supreme, this book has found its permanent home in our hearts—and between my boys and their bedtime storytelling arsenal. After all, laughter really is the best bedtime bribe. Happy reading, fellow mamas!
