1 / 5The Food Group Series 8-Book Collection by Jory John
The Food Group Series collection by Jory John brings together eight picture books about confidence, empathy, friendship, forgiveness, and other social-emotional themes. The listing suggests it for children ages 4–8 and also gives a separate reading-age detail of 3 years and up, so use those age references as guidance rather than a single definitive range.
At a glance
- The eight listed titles are The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, The Cool Bean, The Couch Potato, The Smart Cookie, The Sour Grape, The Big Cheese, and The Humble Pie.
- Stories address changing behavior, self-care, friendship, balance, confidence, forgiveness, humility, and kindness.
- The listing describes the collection as suitable for family reading, bedtime, and classroom libraries.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Eight titles cover a range of social and interpersonal themes, making the set suitable for repeated shared-reading conversations.
- A single collection can provide story options about issues such as perfectionism, grudges, fitting in, and trying new things.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Books included | Jory John 8 Books Complete Collection Set: |
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| Print length | 350 pages |
| Publisher | Dulce Bookhouse |
| Publication date | December 10, 2025 |
| Reading age | 3 years and up |
| Weight listed | 3.92 pounds |
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| Dimensions | 10.91 x 8.94 x 2 inches |
| ISBN-10 | 1806155168 |
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| ISBN-13 | 978-1806155163 |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing's age guidance differs: its description says ages 4–8, while product details state 3 years and up. It also lists 350 pages for the collection without specifying the page count of each book, so confirm the age guidance and edition details if these affect your purchase.
Who is it for?
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Frequently asked questions
Which books are listed in this collection?
The listing names The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, The Cool Bean, The Couch Potato, The Smart Cookie, The Sour Grape, The Big Cheese, and The Humble Pie.
What age is the collection intended for?
The description says ages 4–8, while the product details say 3 years and up. The listing does not resolve the difference, so consider the stories and the child's reading context.
What themes do the stories cover?
The descriptions mention self-care, friendship, kindness, balance, confidence, forgiveness, humility, and changing unhelpful behavior.
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