Taking a Bath with the Dog and Other Things That Make Me Happy

Written and illustrated by Scott Menchin

A girl seeks happiness by asking others what brings them joy.

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40 pages· 189 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud· 280L

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Bookroo's summary

A young girl, puzzled by her own unhappiness, embarks on a whimsical quest to discover what makes others smile. From a speedy rabbit to a stylish centipede, she surveys a colorful cast of characters, each revealing their unique sources of joy. As she gathers their answers, she begins to uncover the secret to her own happiness. Will she find that joy lies in the unexpected or the ordinary? Join her delightful journey to see if doing what we love truly brings the biggest smiles of all.

From the publisher

“Will likely inspire youngsters who are in a funk to seek joy in the unexpected as well as in the perfectly ordinary.” – Publishers Weekly What do you do when it seems as if nothing will make you happy? For one little girl, it’s a good time to take a survey, from subjects including a quick little rabbit (running around in a wheel) and a snazzy centipede (shoes, lots of shoes). Scott Menchin’s amusing story and his whimsical characters show us that doing what we love best can bring the biggest smiles of all.

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