1 / 7Don't Push the Button!: Interactive Kids' Book
Don't Push the Button! is an interactive kids' book built around one playful rule: don't push the button. The story invites children to break that rule and discover what happens, making it a participatory read-aloud rather than a reference book.
At a glance
- The premise asks children to follow one rule and then tempts them to do the opposite.
- Designed as a funny, interactive story for kids.
- 32-page English-language edition from Sourcebooks Jabberwocky.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- The simple rule-breaking premise gives children an easy way to participate during a shared reading.
- Its short 32-page length suits brief read-aloud sessions.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Sourcebooks Jabberwocky |
|---|---|
| Publication date | November 1, 2013 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| Reading age | 2 - 4 years, from customers |
| Grade level | Preschool - 3 |
| ISBN-10 | 1402287461 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1402287466 |
| Dimensions | 10.24 x 0.31 x 9.25 inches |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 15 ounces |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing describes pushing a button as part of the story, while customer feedback is mixed about whether there is a physical button. Treat the interaction as a story prompt and check the selected edition if you expect a tangible button.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Caregivers looking for a humorous, participatory read-aloud for young children.
- Readers who enjoy stories that invite children to respond to the action.
Less suited to
- Buyers specifically seeking a book with a confirmed physical button or other working interactive mechanism.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights the humorous story, illustrations, and ability to keep children engaged, with reports of repeat reading. The main reservation is the interaction itself: some enjoy the button-pushing premise, while others say there is no physical button. That distinction matters if you want a playful read-aloud rather than a book with a tangible mechanism. The aggregate ratings skew strongly positive, but ratings alone do not establish why readers liked or disliked it.
Positive themes
- Feedback describes the book as funny and engaging, with bright, appealing illustrations.
- Customers report that children return to the story and stay interested during reading.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback is mixed on button functionality, including reports that there is no real button to push.
Frequently asked questions
Does this book have a physical button?
The listing frames the story around pushing a button, but customer feedback is mixed on whether a real button is present. Check the specific edition if a physical button is important.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 32 pages.
What age is it listed for?
The listing shows a reading age of 2 - 4 years, from customers, and a grade level of Preschool - 3.
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