Families who loved Keep It Clean! by Don Brown often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when they are tired of the daily struggle over hand-washing or teeth-brushing and want to turn a chore into a fascinaton. It is perfect for the child who asks why or the one who is currently obsessed with all things gross and yucky. Don Brown uses a graphic novel format to explore the surprising, often disgusting history of human hygiene and sanitation. While the book touches on germs and garbage, its core emotional theme is one of wonder and gratitude for the modern engineering we often take for granted. It is highly appropriate for the 8 to 12 age range, using humor to deliver serious science and history. Parents will appreciate how it empowers children with knowledge, making personal care feel like an essential part of a grander human story rather than just another rule to follow.