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Cleaning Together - Transforming Chaos into Order (A Special Place for Friendship Book 2) A Humorous and Educational Jo...

by Olimena J

Book Details

Publisher:National Geographic Books
Published:2019-11-05
Pages:21
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0525646264

Reading Info

Age Range:4-8

About This Book

Now that homes have become day camps, schools, and family game centers, are you trying to inspire your children to tidy and clean their rooms? International tidying superstar Marie Kondo is here to help. She brings her unique tidying method to young readers in a charming story about two best friends who discover how tidying up creates space for joy in all parts of their lives. The KonMari Method inspires a charming friendship story that is sure to spark joy! Kiki and Jax are best friends, but th

Our Review

This engaging picture book brings Marie Kondo's celebrated tidying method to young readers through the heartwarming story of two animal friends who discover how organizing their space creates room for more fun and connection. When Kiki and Jax find their friendship strained by clutter and chaos, they learn to sort through their belongings, keeping only what truly sparks joy. The story cleverly demonstrates practical organization skills through relatable childhood scenarios, making the KonMari approach accessible for early elementary readers. Children will delight in seeing how tidying transforms not just the characters' physical space but their entire outlook.

What sets this organizational story apart is how seamlessly it blends practical life skills with emotional intelligence development, showing young readers that cleaning up isn't about deprivation but about making space for what matters most. The charming animal characters and their genuine friendship struggles create an emotional anchor that will resonate with children who may initially resist cleaning tasks. Parents seeking gentle ways to encourage responsibility and mindfulness will find this book particularly valuable, as it frames tidying as an act of self-discovery rather than a chore. The result is a story that leaves children feeling empowered about their ability to create orderβ€”and joyβ€”in their own lives.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction