About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is currently in a phase of resisting basic hygiene or choosing screens and snacks over movement and play. It is a hilarious cautionary tale about Pig, a selfish pug who decides to live like a 'blob,' ignoring his health and hygiene until his laziness leads to a messy, slapstick disaster. Through Aaron Blabey's signature rhyming text and expressive illustrations, children witness the consequences of Pig's stubbornness without feeling lectured. While the book is primarily a comedy, it touches on themes of self-respect and the social impact of one's personal habits. Parents will appreciate the way it uses humor to address the 'stinky' realities of avoiding the bathtub. It is perfectly suited for preschoolers and early elementary students who enjoy exaggerated characters and physical comedy, providing an easy opening to discuss why we take care of our bodies and listen to those who want what is best for us.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and uses slapstick humor to address hygiene. There are no heavy topics like death or trauma, though Pig's gross-out habits are depicted vividly for comedic effect.
