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Papanash Town And The Boy Who Did Not Like Brushing His Teeth by Hanan Leibovici

by Hanan Leibovici

Book Details

Publisher:S Books
Published:2013-12-16
Pages:28
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1494328925

Reading Info

Age Range:4-8

About This Book

When a little boy refuses to brush his teeth, his father tells him a wonderful fairy tale about a small and sad toothbrushes town named Papa, and how a a happy cute, tasty young toothpaste named Nasha saved it. This fantastic tale helped numerous young kids to gain healthy oral hygiene habits, and saved many dollars on dentists. Be sure to help your kid, too!

Our Review

This charming picture book tackles the common childhood struggle of toothbrushing resistance through an imaginative fairy tale about a town of sad toothbrushes. When a young boy protests his dental routine, his father weaves a captivating story featuring Papa the toothbrush and Nasha the cheerful toothpaste, transforming oral care into an exciting adventure. The narrative cleverly frames brushing as a heroic mission rather than a chore, making dental hygiene feel like play. Parents seeking creative solutions for bedtime battles will find this approach both engaging and effective.

What sets this children's story apart is how it makes abstract health concepts tangible through relatable characters and a rescue mission plot. The toothpaste character's journey to save the toothbrush town creates positive associations with dental products that young children typically resist. This method has proven successful in helping preschoolers develop consistent brushing habits while reducing anxiety around dental care. Families looking for gentle behavior guidance will appreciate how this fantasy narrative builds healthy routines through storytelling magic rather than confrontation.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction