Laugh in the bath by Rory H. Mather. Illus. by Brent Wilson

Giraffe bathtime is lots of fun for the two main characters and will be very relatable for younger readers. The front and back endpapers showcase the pink bathroom tiles and lots of bubbles which might be a clue of what is to come.

The spirited and lively rhyming text flows easily across the pages and the addition of the bath song is a welcome and engaging addition. The bright, bold colour palette used, combined with the large character images will draw the reader’s attention to the playfulness and rambunctious antics of the giraffe family. The expressions on the faces reflect the delight the young giraffes are feeling.

In this lively household, bathtime is most definitely a fun family affair and this wonderful story, full of jokes and humour reflect this special time.

Themes: Bathtime, Giraffes, Humour, Family, Rhyme.

Kathryn Beilby