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“I got this for my 8 year old son but honestly don’t know who enjoyed it more. … Fantastic gift idea for any youngen (or adult).” ~ Heather B.
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Where Science Meets Silly!
Give Your Child the Gift of
Screen-Free Wonder
Butts in a Box is hands-on, screen-free learning experience inspired by the award-winning nonfiction book Battle of the Butts, about ten animals that do seriously weird things with their butts!
Butts in a Box transforms award-winning science into interactive fun that kids actually enjoy.
- A signed and personalized copy of Battle of the Butts
- Interactive STEM and art box
- 20+ entertaining items
- Perfect for curious minds ages 5-10
- Free shipping included
Only $65.00 for this box full of fun!
Or to keep the fun going for six months, upgrade to Butts in a Box Deluxe! This adds Ani-mail, where the animals send a special delivery every two weeks.
Learn More About Butts in a Box Deluxe
Learn More About Ani-mail
* For now, we’re only shipping to US addresses. *
Why Kids (and Parents) Love Butts in a Box
“Mom, did you know manatees swim using FARTS?!”
That’s the kind of excitement you can expect when your child discovers fascinating science that makes them giggle.
While other kids are glued to screens watching mindless videos, yours will be discovering amazing facts about animal adaptations, enjoying hands-on STEM activities, and creating art projects inspired by nature.
This isn’t just another educational toy gathering dust. It’s a carefully crafted experience that gets kids excited about nature and science.
Most educational products today:
- Rely on screens and passive watching
- Get boring after a few minutes
- Teach facts kids don’t care enough to remember
- Get ignored after one use
Butts in a Box delivers:
- Hands-on activities so kids can experience how things work
- Facts so fascinating they can’t help but share
- Real science disguised as silly fun
- Activities that can create lasting memories
- Screen-free entertainment they actually choose
What’s in the Box?
A Signed and Personalized Copy of Battle of the Butts
It’s funny. It’s gross. And it’s real science.
Here’s the official description from the publisher:
Did you know manatees swim using farts? Or that herrings communicate by passing gas?
Butts are used for breathing, eating, swimming, talking, and even killing in the animal kingdom. Focusing on ten different animals and their derrières, and offering fun facts about their origin, habitat, and “posterior power,” this hilarious book captures the wonder of our ecosystem. Which animal has the coolest butt power? That’s up to you to decide!
Battle of the Butts has won several awards:
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- 2022 MASL Dogwood Reader’s Award Title from the Missouri Association of School Librarians
- 2023 Towner Award Winner for best non-fiction picture book from the Washington Library Association
- 2024 Garden State Children’s Book Award Winner for Nonfiction from the New Jersey Library Association
- 2024 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List from the Texas Library Association
Kids will giggle their way through the pages. But they’ll also retain actual science facts that will blow their minds – and yours, too!
Engaging Items Representing Each Animal
When your child opens the box, they’ll find items symbolizing each animal in the book, like a whoopee cushion with the farting manatee on it. Some items are silly. Some are abstract. Some are directly connected to what makes each animal’s hind end unique.
Art Supplies to Colorfully Engage
Markers, paint, stackable crayons, and even a pencil with a poop emoji eraser! Everything they need to get creative with the other items in the box.
Animal Activities Booklet
There are mazes, coloring pages, jokes, silly animal facts, and other fun puzzles featuring each of the ten animals.
Stickers!
Kids love stickers, and so do we! Your child will be able show off their new favorite animals with Battle of the Butts-themed stickers, plus a random selection of other vibrant stickers.
Plus more booty-themed surprises to make them laugh!
People Love Butts!
Rate the Butts!
“Oh my, I haven’t read a book as funny and informative as this maybe ever. If the title alone doesn’t hook you, how about the flap copy: Did you know manatees swim using farts? Right from the get-go, this book is hilarious, yet it also engages the reader, inviting them to rate each of the butts in the book. Throughout the book there are SO MANY layers – a quick intro to each of the ten remarkable butts and the animals that own them; then a longer explanation of the science behind the useful posterior; and finally, a Butt Bonus with more fun facts about the animals’ bums. Not only that, the book is full of puns and butt-related text, but it’s not overdone. I never thought I’d want to learn so much about butts, yet it turns out it’s fascinating (bonus for funny, too)! This is an excellent STEAM book that kids will love.”
“Recently, my fourth-grade students and I visited virtually with Jocelyn Rish and the interaction was fantastic! Jocelyn was engaging and witty, and her presentation was highly interactive. The material was age appropriate and well-paced. Her activities with the kids kept them thinking and engaged. I have done many virtual visits in my school library and I can say without reservation that Jocelyn’s was one of the best author visits I’ve experienced. She was polished, professional and really fun! And, when kids clamor for the books afterwards, you know you had a great author visit.”
“This was truly an amazing and unforgettable experience! The kids were completely captivated, not wanting Jocelyn Rish to leave. She was so engaging and her books provide the depth of knowledge that kids so need and crave. They absolutely loved meeting their favorite author! We can’t wait for more books!!”
So much fun!
“My kids loved this book! We laughed out loud and giggled all the way through. Not only is this a fun read, but it’s informative too! This is the definition of learning made fun. Battle of the Butts engages young readers and adults alike. This book will make an excellent addition to all bookshelves at home or at school.”
“We were thrilled to welcome Jocelyn Rish to our classroom for an author visit, and it was truly an unforgettable experience for our students. From the moment the presentation began, the students were completely engaged—hanging on every word and eager to participate. Jocelyn has a wonderful way of connecting with the students, sparking their curiosity and inspiring their creativity. It was clear from the excitement in the room and the thoughtful questions asked that the visit left a lasting impression. We are so grateful for the opportunity to hear about her writing process and cannot recommend a visit with her enough!”
A great way to get kids excited about nonfiction!
“I love this book so much, and so do my students! You’ll meet 10 creatures with fascinating (and funny) butts. Each short chapter stands alone, and my students loved learning about each animal or insect and then voting on them. Filled with fun illustrations, tons of facts and information, and snappy, hilarious language, this is a must-have for all homes, classrooms, and libraries! Highly recommended!”
Here’s Why I Know Animal Butts Help Kids Learn
I’m Jocelyn Rish, the author of Battle of the Butts. For the past 15 years, I’ve been volunteering with Reading Partners, an amazing organization that pairs volunteers with elementary school students who are struggling with reading. I’ve tutored dozens of kids: kids who were behind grade level, kids who were bored, kids who didn’t think they liked reading.
And I saw over and over: When a kid connects with a book that makes them laugh while teaching them something real, everything changes.
One student in particular changed how I think about learning. He spent every tutoring session clearly wanting to be anywhere else. I tried everything – funny voices, silly jokes, every book in the classroom. Nothing worked. He wouldn’t even smile.
So after I finished writing the manuscript for Battle of the Butts, I brought it in and asked what he thought. Something changed. He engaged with it. He marked it up with smiley faces. And during our last session of the school year, I told him the book was going to be a real published book and that he was the first kid to ever read it. The grin that spread across his face had the power to light up a city block.
He helped show me: Kids need materials that respect their intelligence, celebrate their sense of humor, and make them feel like learning is something they actually want to do.
Since the publication of Battle of the Butts in 2021, I have been doing author visits with classrooms, libraries, and homeschool groups with this as my focus. During my visits we do science and language arts activities together centered around animals and the funny and fascinating things they do.
They expect it to be silly. And it is silly. But then something magical happens. When kids discover something that makes them laugh while learning . . . Their eyes light up. They lean in. They ask questions. They remember what they learned, weeks and months later.
But here’s the problem: I can only visit several schools each year. I wanted to figure out a way to bottle up that magic and send it directly to your house.
That’s why I created Butts in a Box – to put that same magic, surprise, and laughter right into your child’s hands.
A Cheeky Deal That Makes Cents
Think about it:
• A new video game costs $60 and lasts a week
• A trip to the movies costs $75+ for just 2 hours
• Educational apps cost $15/month with little engagement
For just $65, you’re investing in:
• Days of screen-free entertainment
• Real scientific knowledge they’ll retain
• Interactive learning experiences
• Family bonding time
• A love of learning that lasts a lifetime
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this appropriate for my kid's age?
Battle of the Butts is written for elementary-aged kids (roughly ages 5-10), and Butts in a Box is designed for that same age range. If your kid is younger, they might enjoy the book with your help, but some of the activities might be too advanced. If your kid is older, they might find it a bit young for them, though plenty of older kids still love the humor and science.
** While safety is one of our top priorities, Butts in a Box contains small items that may pose a CHOKING HAZARD for small children and is not intended for children under 3 years old. For children above 3 years old, proper adult supervision is required. **
What are the items in the initial box?
These are the main items* for each animal:
Manatee: Whoopee cushion
Wombat: Mini puzzle cube
Fitzroy River Turtle: Cookie cutter
Herring: Fish fortune teller
Bombardier Beetle: Water squirt toy
Silver-Spotted Skipper Caterpillar: Fidget toy
Beaded Lacewing: Binary code beaded necklace kit
Parrotfish: Art sand kit
Sonoran Coralsnake: Wooden snake with paints
Sea Cucumber: Cucumber seeds
There are also a variety of art supplies and other booty-themed items. If you’d like to see individual pictures of each item, check out our instagram or facebook pages.
* Items may change based on availability and creative inspiration!
When will the box be delivered?
We post outgoing mail every two weeks according to the schedule below.
After you order, we will send Butts in a Box with the signed book and other goodies on the closest upcoming scheduled mailing date.
You can read our full shipping policy here.
| January 5 | March 16 | May 25 | August 3 |
| January 19 | March 30 | June 8 | August 17 |
| February 2 | April 13 | June 22 | August 31 |
| February 16 | April 27 | July 6 | September 14 |
| March 2 | May 11 | July 20 | September 28 |
What does it mean that Butts in a Box is personalized?
The Butts in a Box package will be addressed to the child. The letter inside will have the child’s name in the salutation, and the signed copy of Battle of the Butts will be personalized.
When you check out, there will be a Name for Personalization field for you to add the kid(s) name(s). Use whatever name the kid(s) prefers, and please be very careful when filling this out so that the personalization is correct.
We will use the first name for the letter salutation and book personalization, but we need a last name for the mailing address, so we do ask for both the first and last name in the Name for Personalization field.
While the box will only contain one set of items, you may include multiple kids by entering something like “Jocelyn, Brian & Joanna,” “The Smith Family,” or even “Ms. Rish’s Class.” If you want each child to get their own set of items, then please order multiple products.
If you would rather not use a specific name for the book and letter, then enter “NONE” in the Name for Personalization field at checkout, and nothing will be personalized.
Do you have a gift card or certificate I can give my gift recipient so they know something booty-ful will be delivered?
Yes! We have a gift note you can download here. We have intentionally left it vague, so they will be surprised by what arrives, but you can always provide more details if they prefer knowing in advance.
How long does it take to go through everything?
There’s no set timeline! Some kids will dive in and finish each activity immediately. Others will stretch it out and savor each thing. Some will revisit their favorites multiple times. It’s designed to unfold at your child’s pace.
Will my kid actually do the activities, or will this sit in a closet?
Honestly? That depends on your child and how you present it. The surprise items in the box create immediate engagement before they even open the book, and most kids who love humor and science get excited about digging deeper.
Can teachers/librarians order multiple boxes?
Yes! If you’re an educator interested in ordering Butts in a Box for your classroom or library, contact us to discuss options for bulk buying and/or modifying the experience for larger groups.
What if my kid hates reading/science?
My book Battle of the Butts was initially inspired by kids who didn’t think they liked reading or science. The ewww-factor and humor are the entry point. Once they’re laughing, the learning happens naturally. Plus my 15 years of experience with struggling readers has shown me that books about animals almost always grab kids’ attention. So by extension, Butts in a Box use the same humor and ewww-factors to draw in kids who aren’t initially fans of reading or science.
What if I don't have time to do experiments with my kid?
The science activities are designed to take about 15-30 minutes, use regular household materials, and require adult supervision. But you don’t need to be a science expert! The activity booklets include simple instructions. And doing them together is where the real magic happens!
Is this a subscription?
No. This is a one-time purchase with no recurring subscription fees.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes. If you’d like to break your payment into monthly installments, just look for the “Shop Pay” option at checkout for the details.
Is this US only?
Yes, for now.
The shipping and mailing logistics are more complicated for international addresses, so we will revisit those later.
What if I'm not happy with it?
We stand behind Butts in a Box 100%. If for some reason they’re not what you expected, we have a 30-day return policy. Read the details here.
The Bottom Line
If you’re a parent, grandparent, or relative who wants to give a gift that’s both fun and meaningful…
If you’re an educator looking to inspire a love of science and reading…
If you want to see the kids in your life genuinely excited about learning…
The smiles start the moment they open the box. Order today and see for yourself!
“I got this for my 8 year old son but honestly don’t know who enjoyed it more. … Fantastic gift idea for any youngen (or adult).” ~ Heather B.
Don’t miss the next shipping window!
Day(s)
:
Hour(s)
:
Minute(s)
:
Second(s)
Where Science Meets Silly!
Give Your Child the Gift of
Screen-Free Wonder
Butts in a Box is hands-on, screen-free learning experience inspired by the award-winning nonfiction book Battle of the Butts, about ten animals that do seriously weird things with their butts!
Butts in a Box transforms award-winning science into interactive fun that kids actually enjoy.
- A signed and personalized copy of Battle of the Butts
- Interactive STEM and art box
- 20+ entertaining items
- Perfect for curious minds ages 5-10
- Free shipping included
Only $65.00 for this box full of fun!
Or to keep the fun going for six months, upgrade to Butts in a Box Deluxe! This adds Ani-mail, where the animals send a special delivery every two weeks.
Learn More About Butts in a Box Deluxe
Learn More About Ani-mail
* For now, we’re only shipping to US addresses. *
While you’re here, grab my free ebook Cheeky Science. It’s an interactive ebook that brings the wonders of animal intelligence and posterior powers to life with videos, trivia quizzes, and pop-up facts.
P.S. If you have questions or want to know more before buying, reach out here. I love talking about this stuff!
P.P.S. Did you know there is a beetle that shoots boiling chemicals out of its butt. Nature is weird and wonderful. That’s why Butts in a Box exists!
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