Scrubbing, rinsing, and drying become a groovy adventure as Pete the Kitty learns how to keep clean!

Join Pete the Kitty as he learns to wash his hands in this new I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean! When Mom tells Pete to wash up, he thinks he is all done, but his hands are not clean yet.

With a little help from Bob, Pete learns how to turn on the water and scrub with soap. Practicing every step with Bob is neat and simple! Splish, scrub, splash, rub! Keeping clean is groovy and fun!

Pete must wash his hands many times a day. He must wash them after he sneezes, coughs, plays with his friends, eats his food, and throws away his trash.

Along with outdoor play and meals, Bob reminds him to wash after enjoying a sweet treat, whenever someone is sick, and after blowing his nose. Rinsing and drying is quick and easy, and Pete is excited to tell Mom that his hands are clean.

• Healthy Habits: Bob shares essential reminders for every day, gently prompting Pete to wash his hands after he goes and whenever he just has to pick.
• Step-by-Step Routine: Bob calls out "Watch me!" so Pete can mirror each motion, shouting "Ta-da!" once his hands are clean.
• Rhyming Text: Playful sound effects like "SPLISH!", "SCRUB!", "SPLASH!", and "RUB!" turn handwashing into a catchy chant kids can repeat at the sink.
• Also by This Author: Pete the Cat 12-Book Phonics Fun!, Pete the Cat: Pete at the Beach and Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes.