Product Description

There's this boy. Let's say he's somewhere between nine and thirteen years old or so. You'd like to see this kid get creative. You'd like to see him get some exercise. You'd like to see him get out from in front of the television. And you'd love for him to be motivated enough to find some stuff to do on his own. This boy NEEDS The Big Book of Boy Stuff!

The Big Book of Boy Stuff has all the important information that boys just have to know. Collected here for the first time in one place, it holds the answers to these timeless questions: What do I do if I get a bean stuck up my nose? How can I make lightning without killing myself? Where can I find new practical jokes to play on my friends and family? What is the best way to poop outside? How do I tell a girl I like her? WHY would I tell a girl I like her? How many mosquitoes does it take to suck all the blood out of a person? . . . and many, many more! This big, thick, durable book includes fascinating chapters on gross stuff, magic, emergencies, fireworks, games, experiments, jokes, activities, insults, pets, flying things, and, of course, duct tape. This is perhaps the greatest book ever published!

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #31406 in Books
• Published on: 2004-07-15
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Vinyl Bound
• 312 pages

From School Library Journal
Grade 4-8–This is a very uneven book, with some sections highly creative, informative, and fun and others almost insulting to youngsters (in one paragraph on how to make noises the author states, "being able to make a farting or bombing sound is very important to your career as a boy"). King begins by chastising those readers who might be looking for political correctness and warns that this title will be gross at times but suggests that he is offering what boys really want. Alphabetically arranged chapters range from "Dumb Directions on Products" to "Girls, Bullies and Parties," to "Man Food for Manhood!" (Spamburgers, crapola cookies, etc.), and include activities, jokes, and a few facts. The author points out that boys should really know how to use the kitchen and provides first-date advice. Unfortunately, his tone is so casual that the good suggestions he presents are likely to be lost in the silliness and the "boys will be boys" approach. The long list of reading recommendations gives no indication of age appropriateness.–Edith Ching, St. Albans School, Mt. St. Alban, Washington, DC
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Review
"(King) has managed to strike a balance between excitement and safety, goofiness and good information." -- The Vancouver Sun, 8/14/04

"It’s fast, often rude, very funny... Adults are liable to appreciate this book every bit as much as typical ‘boys.’" -- Statesman Journal (Salem, OR), 8/29/04

"My brothers would have memorized the contents of this book...it would have made them very popular on the playground." -- Margie Boulé, columnist, The Oregonian

"This is a great way to get your kids to read." -- The Bob & Tom Show, September 16,2004

"Written for both adults and kids, this book is useful to either group." -- Chicago Parent, September 2004

Hilarious, disgusting... It’s fast, often rude, very funny and features great illustrations. -- Statesman Journal, August 29, 2004

It will perfectly entertain all boys who love experiments, weird facts, gross stuff, flying things, and armpit bagpipes. -- Los Angeles Family Gift Guide, Fall 2004

The ultimate compilation of everything you possibly could need to know about being a guy.... nearly impossible to put down. -- Post and Courier (Charleston) October 12, 2004

This book is very funny, useful and approved by the Federal Burping Institute. -- Chicago Parent, September 2004

[It] appeals to people who used to be boys, or who have raised boys or married boys. -- Deseret News, September 24, 2004

From the Author
As a non-award winning author, I firmly believe that this is the best book of its kind on the market today. It is also the ONLY book of its kind, which is a blessing to those of you with good taste.

Customer Reviews

Really funny with a lot of entertainment jam-packed into it
Wow, what a great book! It has tons of experiments, jokes and indoor and outdoor activities that are fun and sometimes educational. Now, it must be admitted that some of the entries are a little gross (see "Pooping and Peeing" on page 74), but it must be admitted that boys find such things terribly funny.

Overall, I found the book to be really funny with a lot of entertainment jam-packed into it. My fifteen-year-old son loves reading me jokes from it, laughing while he tries to get the words out. Please do not take this book too seriously - live a little! I highly recommend this book.

My Previous Review Was Deleted, So Here's Another One...
Someone purchased this for my 10 year old stepson. He was immediately engrossed. He couldn't stop laughing. some of it is clever. some of it is kid-type of gross. all of it is just plain irrelevant and just another cause behind the dumbing-down of children in the U.S.

If you take the dust jacket off, the word "Physics" is printed on the spine making it really easy for kids, including my stepson, to take to school. A friend came over and saw my stepson reading a "Physics" book and was very impressed. So, one of the "benefits" of this book is to fool people about the reader being smart and enjoying reading when in fact, that couldn't be further from the truth.

Like other reviewers have stated, this book is full of fluff and nothing more.

My stepson's psychological and emotional development has been retarded due to this book. Do we really need more psychologically and emotionally retarded people in this world? ***See Note Below*** This should be the question you ask prior to purchasing this book for your or other people's kids.

This book, along with it's "sister" book for girls, is sexist and ultimately seeks to promote sexist oppression and discrimination. Shortly after reading the bit on cooties, my stepson actually made a statement to the effect of "If all girls have cooties, then what good are they?" Prior to reading this book, he had not thought of girls in this way.

Oh, I know some readers might purchase the book primarily because it might be dangerous and sexist. Well, that's fine with me. You can create your soldiers and your princesses if you'd like. But if you'd like to create children who enjoy reading, think critically, feel good about themselves, and become a part of the world as inclusive, open, and compassionate individuals, THEN DO NOT BUY THIS BOOK!!!!!

****NOTE****
The word "retard" has a specific definition in this context. I am not making an unthinking, uncaring comment about people with mental disabilities.

What a great book!
When my son and I traveled over the weekend and he chose to bring The Big Book of Boy Stuff over his electronic games, I was thrilled! I have purchased this book for my 12 year old son and many of my nephews and his friends. Nothing warms my heart more than watching a group of boys surpass the video games and television to huddle with a book. They laugh, they share stories and have a blast. It's that kind of book. Yes, its gross! Yes, it focuses on things than may make a few adults squeamish!I have walked in on many dads reading the book with their sons and laughing hysterically. It's fun. It promotes bonding. And its downright FUNNY. Buy this book!