Splish, splash, or… a dust bath? Discover the fascinating and funny ways the animal kingdom stays clean!

We all know that kids need a little help from grown-ups when bath time comes around, but how do our favorite animals handle grooming? In this delightful and educational book by reading specialist Harriet Ziefert, young readers will discover that keeping clean looks very different depending on who you are.

Through charming illustrations by Emily Bolam, children will explore the unique hygiene habits of creatures large and small:

• Elephants don't use a tub—they take refreshing showers to soften their thick skin.
• Black rhinos skip the soap and opt for cooling mud baths to soothe bug bites.
• Zebras prefer to roll around in dust baths to shake off pesky ticks and fleas.
• Giraffes rely on their incredibly long tongues to wash up (and clean their babies' ears!).

From beavers using their teeth as combs to penguins helping each other preen their feathers, Does an Elephant Take a Bath? reveals that every animal has its own special way to soak, scratch, lick, or groom. Packed with fun facts, a parent guide, and interactive critical thinking activities at the end, this book is the perfect read-aloud to turn storytime into an active learning conversation.

Perfect for curious toddlers, preschoolers, and early readers who are learning all about their own bedtime and bath routines!

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