Burt the Turd's story begins at birth, surrounded by nurses in a hospital toilet.Follow Burt as he grows up and moves through every grade of school learning, dreaming, and discovering what he wants to be when he grows up: a real weatherman. Along the way, Burt shares how he learns about the weather on the school playground and even while riding his bike.This playful and encouraging story is designed to support potty training while teaching children about the weather. From fog, wind, rain, and snow to tornadoes and thunderstorms, kids learn what is happening outside and how to feel calm and confident when the weather turns scary.Every page includes a simple question that invites children to think, talk, and share their ideas. This book is perfect for read-aloud time to encourage conversation, build language skills, and create meaningful moments together.Funny, reassuring, and relatable, Burt the Turd shows children that growing up happens one step at a time and that big dreams can start in the smallest places.Shannon Priestley has been an educator for over two decades, sharing his love of reading and creativity with students of all ages. He has a background in English and children's literature from MTSU and currently teaches high school Reading in Middle Tennessee. Blending his passion for education with a lifelong love of storytelling, Shannon brings warmth and imagination to his books. When he's not teaching or writing, he enjoys traveling with his wife and son, discovering new stories, places, and inspiration along the way.