Harry the Dirty Dog is a favourite read in our house, and if your family shares the same tastes, then this toy would make a great accompaniment. It's also a fine way of showing children why we wash, graphically and simply. The set of four dogs come with their very own washcloth, and, when rubbed, the patches of dirt disappear. They'll always be back by the next bathtime, though, ready for your child's attentions all over again. Most children go through a phase where they love to clean: these cute dogs allow them to channel the impulse to somewhere they can't do any harm. 8.99 from Letterbox, or $10 in the US from Lucie Claire, among other retailers.
