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Book Review Smelly Melly Personal Hygiene for Kids and Little Monsters

by Tony Densley

Book Details

Publisher:Westminster Designs
Published:2017-05
Pages:42
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1925422151

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

Smelly Melly, Personal Hygiene for Kids and Little Monsters takes children and their parents on an informative, and fun journey as Smelly Melly learns the different ways to become a clean and happy Monster who makes lots of new friends. Created by Tony Densley and Niki Palmer Smelly Melly is the second book for Beanz Books, whose aim is to provide information and education to children and parents on everyday health and social issues. Smelly Melly is a warm and friendly monster looking to make ne

Our Review

This engaging picture book tackles the important topic of personal hygiene through the relatable story of Smelly Melly, a friendly monster learning essential cleanliness habits. Young children will follow along as Melly discovers practical self-care routines like bathing, tooth brushing, and hand washing that transform her social experiences. The narrative presents these daily health practices in an accessible, non-judgmental way that resonates with preschoolers navigating their own hygiene development. This educational story makes learning about body care feel like an adventure rather than a chore.

What sets this children's book apart is its gentle approach to teaching personal care without shaming, using a lovable monster character to demonstrate how good hygiene leads to positive social connections. Parents seeking resources for teaching cleanliness skills will appreciate how the story normalizes the learning process while providing clear examples of healthy habits. The warm illustrations and friendly protagonist create a safe space for discussing sometimes challenging topics like body odor and dental care. This health education tool effectively turns necessary routines into empowering achievements for young learners.

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