Families who loved Mrs. Wishy-Washy's Scrubbing Machine by Joy Cowley often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is fascinated by cause-and-effect, particularly the messy kind. It is a perfect choice for the toddler or preschooler who enjoys 'helping' with chores but sometimes creates a bigger disaster in the process. This story speaks to the universal urge to find a faster way to do things and the hilarious chaos that often follows. In this farmyard adventure, Mrs. Wishy-Washy trades her traditional tub for a high-tech scrubbing machine to clean her beloved cow, pig, and duck. While the machine starts with good intentions, it soon spirals out of control, resulting in a bubbly mess that will have young readers giggling. It is an excellent tool for discussing the balance between efficiency and doing a job right, all while celebrating the joy of a good, clean splash.
