Book Review
A short overview of this book
Bathe the Cat by Alice B. McGinty is a lovely inclusive story about a family with two dads and their family cat, normalising that same kids have same-sex parents.
This is what the Publisher has to say…
Cats + water: What could go wrong? This riotous romp of a picture book follows a frantic family as they try to get some chores done—with no help from the family cat, who keeps scrambling the list of chores to hilarious effect. Get ready for a rollicking read-aloud with a truly purrfect ending.
It’s cleaning day, but the family cat will do anything to avoid getting a bath. So instead of mopping the floor or feeding the fish, the family is soon busy rocking the rug, vacuuming the lawn, and sweeping the dishes. Bouncy rhyme carries the story headlong into the growing hilarity, until finally Dad restores some kind of order—but will the cat avoid getting his whiskers wet?
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Video Transcription
A transcription in case you are more of a reader than a listener
Hey there! I’m Cath Hak, and welcome to Sex Ed Rescue. This is where I help parents have those sometimes tricky conversations with their kids about sex education. Today, I want to talk about a fantastic book that’s perfect for LGBTQ families.
Now, this book isn’t your typical sex education book. Instead, it’s a heartwarming storybook that features a family with two dads. How awesome is that? It’s a book that you can read to your child if you’re in a same-sex relationship, because it helps normalize your family type for them. But here’s the thing, all families should be reading this book, regardless of their makeup. Kids need to understand that families come in all shapes and sizes.
This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of a family that’s having a mixed-up day. I won’t spoil the whole plot for you, but it’s just a fun and enjoyable read. What sets this family apart is that it has two dads. And you know what’s sad? We don’t see enough books like this. They should be as common as books featuring a mom and a dad. But hey, I’m hopeful that publishers will catch on and start creating more inclusive books.
I wanted to share this book with you because it’s not just about representation, it’s about having conversations with your family. It helps normalize the idea that families can be different, and that’s totally okay. This book doesn’t make a big deal out of the fact that it’s a same-sex relationship, and that’s what I love about it. It’s all about normalizing diversity.
So, if you’re looking for a fun, easy-to-read book that celebrates different family structures, this is it! It’s a story that kids will enjoy, and it opens up the conversation about the many ways families can be formed.
I hope you find this recommendation helpful. Cheers!
