Keep Clean A Look at Hygiene

Name: Keep Clean A Look at Hygiene
ISBN: 9780736809740

by Katie Bagley

Rookie Read-About Health Series

Is your child starting to ask "Why do I have to wash my hands?" This book clearly introduces essential hygiene practices, explaining germs and the importance of cleanliness.

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About This Book

A parent should reach for this book when the daily reminders to wash hands and take a bath are met with a resounding "Why?". This straightforward nonfiction book serves as a perfect visual aid, explaining the invisible world of germs and the importance of hygiene in a way young children can grasp. It directly addresses the curiosity that fuels a child's questions, helping to build a sense of independence and self-confidence as they learn to care for their own bodies. Its clear, simple language and real-life photos make abstract concepts like germs and lice understandable, not scary, for children ages 5 to 8, turning a power struggle into a learning opportunity.

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What Parents Should Know

Scary ScenesMild

Factual discussion of germs and head lice may be unsettling for highly sensitive children.

Sensitive Topics

The book discusses head lice. The approach is direct, scientific, and secular, treating lice as a common problem with a clear solution, which helps to minimize potential shame or fear. The book presents this information factually, similar to how it presents germs.