McGinty, Alice B. Bathe the Cat. David Roberts, Illus. Chronicle, 02/2022. 48pp. Picture Book. GRADES Preschool – 2. $17.99. 978-1-4521-4270-8. OUTSTANDING.
Grandma’s coming to visit and she’s almost here! In a two-dad household a brown-skinned father uses colorful refrigerator magnets to spell out the list of chores for his multiracial family. But in an effort to avoid a bath the cat makes creative adjustments to the tasks and the family is soon busy rocking the rug, vacuuming the lawn, and sweeping the dishes. Bouncy rhyme and colorful, energetic illustrations reveal the glorious madness until Daddy restores order. A hilarious and joyful readaloud with witty details that kids will adore.
Melissa McAvoy—Retired