The Quest for Screen Time

What an odd book -- it's weirdly charming, but also very confusing. Jaden's a kindergartener, but there is some significantly elevated vocabulary in this book and he reads/ looks like an older kid. On the other hand, the quirkiness is appealing, and the illustrations are great. I enjoyed it, I'm just not sure which kids to recommend it to.

This reminded me of an old fave: Julian Rodriguez by Alexander Stadler. Both are heavily illustrated, super fun, and feature a very confident kid.

Jaden charmed me from page one. "He's really, really good at ninja dancing." I think most kids will understand his quest for more screen time, but most kids would not think to use scientific methods and a dance party to achieve their goals.

This also reminded me of another fave: Dory Fantasmagory by Abby Hanlon. Five-year-olds are full of creative energy and few authors can capture that spirit on the page so well.

JT (Jaden Toussaint) is a kindergarten boy on a mission to get more screen time. His parents limit it and he tries everything he can think to convince them otherwise. When none of it works, he is ecstatic that his teacher assigns homework which could lead to screen time, but when it doesn't pan out, he starts a very successful petition to increase the screen time homework and finally gets what he has worked so hard for. This book is extremely relatable for most elementary students who wish their parents would allow them more screen time. The font is large and there are pictures on almost every page. The reading level is 3rd-4th grade appropriate. I liked that they introduced some multicultural aspects with the use of "Baba" for the show more father and when the father uses "Bruh" to greet the son, but I wish there would've been a bit more info discussing where that came from. I also really enjoyed the theme of hard work and persistence. show less

“I Know” what you’re thinking, pause, actually that’s not right. Jaden however probably does. He and his big brain are out to understand and discover as much as possible. His current quest, the pursuit of computer screen time.

This is a quest most kids his age are probably all about but when a new homework assignment backs up his quest Jaden thinks he has his problem solved. When it’s not working he figures a new route.

This is a very funny story and a relatable character. Jaden is written so well you feel as if you know him or he is one of the family. His thoughts fit the story and his personality perfect. A great overall read for young ones and older ones as well.

“Jaden Toussaint, The Greatest Episode 1: The Quest for Screen Time” written by Marti Dumas and illustrated by Marie Muravski is a realistic fiction picture book. I thought this book was very funny and that kids and adults alike will enjoy. The illustrations are well done, and the print is large which makes it easy to read. I believe kids would be able to relate to this book in that once they get a taste of screen time, they always want more. I also think that where the chapters ended was always in a good spot. I wouldn’t change a thing.

This was adorable

My grandkids loved it!
We'll definitely be reading the other books in the series.
The illustrations were very much appreciated.