Petey is perfect—perfect grades, perfect manners, perfect pants. But there's one thing he can’t seem to do: make a single friend. That all changes when he creates a truly terrible sock puppet… and throws it away. The next morning, the sock is back—and it’s stuck to his hand! Suddenly, Petey’s quiet, tidy world is turned upside down by a sock with a wild sense of humor and zero filter. Detention, chaos, and unexpected popularity follow. When the principal hands him a ticket to the talent show, Petey must decide: go back to perfect—or step into the spotlight and embrace the wonderfully weird? A laugh-out-loud story about friendship, finding your voice, and the unexpected magic of making mistakes.
The Ready-to-Use Storybook Walk Editions in save you time and money. This edition comes printed on either 11 × 17 or 18 × 24 inch paper, laminated, and ready to be either hung up or placed in permanent reading installations. Available in a 15 page or 18 page version. Instruction page also available.
Original Title: Petey Perfectpants and the Silly Sock Problem - ISBN 979-8-9903685-2-1
Release date - Summer 2025 on Amazon!
Author: Jimmy Vee, Illustrator: Gary Wilkinson
Fun and thoughtful activity prompts
From pretending that your hand is a microphone and singing a song to running to the next page, you’ll find a bunch of fun activity prompts in Petey Perfectpants and the Silly Sock Problem.
Great for schools, parks, or anywhere kids can be found.
About the Author
Jimmy is a marketing maestro, business author, and co-founder of Gravitational Marketing—but when he’s not crafting compelling messages for grown-ups, he’s making kids laugh with his unforgettable mix of storytelling, magic, and ventriloquism. As a natural entertainer with a heart for fun, Jimmy brings classrooms, libraries, and community spaces to life with humor, wonder, and a touch of showbiz sparkle. He lives in Orlando, Florida with his wife, their two children, and a horde of chatty ventriloquist dummies who always keep things interesting.
About the Illustrator
Gary Wilkinson is a children’s book illustrator based in Japan, passionate about bringing stories to life through art. His playful, expressive style sparks imagination and wonder, making each page a visual adventure. When he’s not sketching or coloring, Gary loves sharing insights into his creative process and inspiring others through the magic of illustration.
Best for ages: 3-8 years
Topics: Self-confidence, school life
Genre: Humor, children’s fiction
This product ships within 2 weeks of purchase.
Petey is perfect—perfect grades, perfect manners, perfect pants. But there's one thing he can’t seem to do: make a single friend. That all changes when he creates a truly terrible sock puppet… and throws it away. The next morning, the sock is back—and it’s stuck to his hand! Suddenly, Petey’s quiet, tidy world is turned upside down by a sock with a wild sense of humor and zero filter. Detention, chaos, and unexpected popularity follow. When the principal hands him a ticket to the talent show, Petey must decide: go back to perfect—or step into the spotlight and embrace the wonderfully weird? A laugh-out-loud story about friendship, finding your voice, and the unexpected magic of making mistakes.
The Ready-to-Use Storybook Walk Editions in save you time and money. This edition comes printed on either 11 × 17 or 18 × 24 inch paper, laminated, and ready to be either hung up or placed in permanent reading installations. Available in a 15 page or 18 page version. Instruction page also available.
Original Title: Petey Perfectpants and the Silly Sock Problem - ISBN 979-8-9903685-2-1
Release date - Summer 2025 on Amazon!
Author: Jimmy Vee, Illustrator: Gary Wilkinson
Fun and thoughtful activity prompts
From pretending that your hand is a microphone and singing a song to running to the next page, you’ll find a bunch of fun activity prompts in Petey Perfectpants and the Silly Sock Problem.
Great for schools, parks, or anywhere kids can be found.
About the Author
Jimmy is a marketing maestro, business author, and co-founder of Gravitational Marketing—but when he’s not crafting compelling messages for grown-ups, he’s making kids laugh with his unforgettable mix of storytelling, magic, and ventriloquism. As a natural entertainer with a heart for fun, Jimmy brings classrooms, libraries, and community spaces to life with humor, wonder, and a touch of showbiz sparkle. He lives in Orlando, Florida with his wife, their two children, and a horde of chatty ventriloquist dummies who always keep things interesting.
About the Illustrator
Gary Wilkinson is a children’s book illustrator based in Japan, passionate about bringing stories to life through art. His playful, expressive style sparks imagination and wonder, making each page a visual adventure. When he’s not sketching or coloring, Gary loves sharing insights into his creative process and inspiring others through the magic of illustration.
Best for ages: 3-8 years
Topics: Self-confidence, school life
Genre: Humor, children’s fiction
This product ships within 2 weeks of purchase.
