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Germs vs. Soap: A Silly Hygiene Book about Washing Hands!
You know who really doesn't want you to wash your hands? Germs.
Germs vs. Soap shows children (and adults) the secret world of germs and how much germs absolutely, positively do NOT like soap. In fact, these germs will do anything to trick kids into not washing their hands with soap because it's the one thing standing between them and their beloved energy cupcakes. And all they want is to gobble up all the energy cupcakes humans have to offer and then spread to eat some more. But only if soap doesn't get in the way. Otherwise, it's all down the drain for them.
Children need to learn proper hand hygiene, but it does matter how you tell them. Did you jumpstart their imagination? A quirky book like Germs vs. Soap sticks with kids. The story becomes real, right there in the palm of their hands, the moment they step in front of the sink and pump some soap. Germs, beware!
Germs vs. Soap shows children (and adults) the secret world of germs and how much germs absolutely, positively do NOT like soap. In fact, these germs will do anything to trick kids into not washing their hands with soap because it's the one thing standing between them and their beloved energy cupcakes. And all they want is to gobble up all the energy cupcakes humans have to offer and then spread to eat some more. But only if soap doesn't get in the way. Otherwise, it's all down the drain for them.
Children need to learn proper hand hygiene, but it does matter how you tell them. Did you jumpstart their imagination? A quirky book like Germs vs. Soap sticks with kids. The story becomes real, right there in the palm of their hands, the moment they step in front of the sink and pump some soap. Germs, beware!
32 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 28, 2020
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Didi Dragon
24 books16 followersSorry to disappoint, but Didi Dragon is not actually a dragon. She has one dragon-like tendency, though, which is she can only sleep in cold, dark rooms, kinda like a cave. Otherwise she’s rather jumpy with sudden noises, and hiccups if her tacos are too spicy. If she could have a super power, it would be to fly, of course. She likes to roller skate, dance while cleaning, and play futbol. She’s not very good at those things, but it sure looks like she has fun.
Oh yeah, she’s currently writing Cavities vs. Toothpaste.
Oh yeah, she’s currently writing Cavities vs. Toothpaste.
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August 15, 2020
I won this book on Goodreads Giveaway! Thanks, Goodreads!!
This is a cute and easy read for children. Fun way to teach children the importance of cleanliness and washing their hands and germs, especially with what's going on right now, in the world.
Love the illustrations!!
This is a cute and easy read for children. Fun way to teach children the importance of cleanliness and washing their hands and germs, especially with what's going on right now, in the world.
Love the illustrations!!
August 15, 2020
I was expecting it to be another poster-like thing on how to wash your hands in the time of the pandemic, but this version is actually fun. At least my kid read it through delightedly and liked it, and that's what matters, right?
I almost forgot the disclaimer! I received a Kindle copy of this book via a Goodreads giveaway in exchange of my completely honest review. And I'm glad i did.
I almost forgot the disclaimer! I received a Kindle copy of this book via a Goodreads giveaway in exchange of my completely honest review. And I'm glad i did.
September 18, 2022
So entertaining! Great way of getting kids to understand the importance of washing hands!
September 10, 2020
If I could give this book more than 5 stars, I would! A hilarious book to help teach kids the importance and how-to of good hand washing. It made me laugh out loud!
November 4, 2025
Sudsy Showdown
Germs vs. Soap: A Silly Hygiene Book about Washing Hands! by Didi Dragon, illustrated by Hannah Robinett, turns a simple hygiene lesson into an energetic and laugh-out-loud story. In this bubbly adventure, the tiniest troublemakers — germs — think they’ve won the battle against clean hands… until Soap and Water arrive on the scene! Through fun rhymes, zany personalities, and colorful action, readers watch the epic (and foamy) showdown unfold, learning exactly why washing hands matters. It’s science, silliness, and storytelling rolled into one delightful package.
What makes this book stand out is its humor. Didi Dragon takes what could easily be a dry, instructional topic and transforms it into a joyful, memorable tale. Kids aren’t lectured — they’re entertained, giggling through the antics while picking up real lessons about hygiene. Hannah Robinett’s illustrations burst with motion and sparkle, bringing the battle between grime and cleanliness to life in a way that will keep children glued to every page. The combination of expressive characters and vibrant details makes the “ick” factor more funny than gross, turning germs into lovable villains you actually want to defeat.
Beyond its entertainment value, Germs vs. Soap is a fantastic classroom or home resource for parents and teachers alike. It opens the door to conversations about staying healthy, germs we can’t see, and the importance of good habits — all without fear or fuss. With its catchy rhythm and playful tone, this book is proof that learning about hygiene can be just as fun as storytime. Perfect for ages 3–8, this sudsy showdown is sure to make kids reach for the soap with a smile.
Germs vs. Soap: A Silly Hygiene Book about Washing Hands! by Didi Dragon, illustrated by Hannah Robinett, turns a simple hygiene lesson into an energetic and laugh-out-loud story. In this bubbly adventure, the tiniest troublemakers — germs — think they’ve won the battle against clean hands… until Soap and Water arrive on the scene! Through fun rhymes, zany personalities, and colorful action, readers watch the epic (and foamy) showdown unfold, learning exactly why washing hands matters. It’s science, silliness, and storytelling rolled into one delightful package.
What makes this book stand out is its humor. Didi Dragon takes what could easily be a dry, instructional topic and transforms it into a joyful, memorable tale. Kids aren’t lectured — they’re entertained, giggling through the antics while picking up real lessons about hygiene. Hannah Robinett’s illustrations burst with motion and sparkle, bringing the battle between grime and cleanliness to life in a way that will keep children glued to every page. The combination of expressive characters and vibrant details makes the “ick” factor more funny than gross, turning germs into lovable villains you actually want to defeat.
Beyond its entertainment value, Germs vs. Soap is a fantastic classroom or home resource for parents and teachers alike. It opens the door to conversations about staying healthy, germs we can’t see, and the importance of good habits — all without fear or fuss. With its catchy rhythm and playful tone, this book is proof that learning about hygiene can be just as fun as storytime. Perfect for ages 3–8, this sudsy showdown is sure to make kids reach for the soap with a smile.
November 4, 2020
Germs vs. Soap
(children's book, science, health, wellness, germs, hygiene, reading for information, COVID-19, coronavirus)
Germs vs. Soap teaches us about germs, how they get into our bodies, and how they make us sick. It also teaches us how soap fights germs and how to wash our hands properly. The author uses a fun cupcake metaphor and kid-friendly vocabulary to help with comprehension.
If you are a teacher, Germ vs. Soap is perfect for your health, hygiene, and science lessons.
Best for elementary school students. Whole group read aloud.
Kelly Wilson
Teacher / Blogger
www.kellysclassroomonline.com
(children's book, science, health, wellness, germs, hygiene, reading for information, COVID-19, coronavirus)
Germs vs. Soap teaches us about germs, how they get into our bodies, and how they make us sick. It also teaches us how soap fights germs and how to wash our hands properly. The author uses a fun cupcake metaphor and kid-friendly vocabulary to help with comprehension.
If you are a teacher, Germ vs. Soap is perfect for your health, hygiene, and science lessons.
Best for elementary school students. Whole group read aloud.
Kelly Wilson
Teacher / Blogger
www.kellysclassroomonline.com
September 4, 2020
How has there not been a book like this out in the world about germs for kids?????? With the daily "did-you-actually-wash-your-hands??" battles and hovering over my kids to make sure they're actually doing a good job (ugh), especially now in a pandemic, I've been searching high and low for a book like this. It's brimming with just as much imagination and fun as it is info. I hear my 5-year-old talking in the squeaky germ voices in the bathroom while she washes her hands according to the CDC guidelines and sends the germs down the drain. lol, seriously. This book is magic.
December 20, 2020
I want to thank Didi Dragon, author and Goodreads First Reads Giveaway for the eBook Kindle copy of Germs vs. Soap that I won in the Giveaway.
The illustrations are perfect to help the story and show children that washing their hands is important to get rid of germs that make people sick. The illustrations help explain the story, which helps children to increase understanding how germs and soap interact. I enjoyed sharing this story with my great granddaughter now age five and she loved it.
The illustrations are perfect to help the story and show children that washing their hands is important to get rid of germs that make people sick. The illustrations help explain the story, which helps children to increase understanding how germs and soap interact. I enjoyed sharing this story with my great granddaughter now age five and she loved it.
September 25, 2020
Great way to teach kids to wash their hands!
This was a really fun book! It simplified some scientific concepts down so that kids would be able to understand both why they need to wash their hands, and why they need to use soap when they do. It was fun even for me as an adult to read this, especially the dialog between the germs. I think kids would love this!
Note: I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways.
This was a really fun book! It simplified some scientific concepts down so that kids would be able to understand both why they need to wash their hands, and why they need to use soap when they do. It was fun even for me as an adult to read this, especially the dialog between the germs. I think kids would love this!
Note: I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways.
August 17, 2020
BYE GERMS
Written "bedtime story" style, as if being told to child(ren) on the fly. Super cute story about how germs spread and what we need to do to get rid of them! Would recommend for pre-school and elementary grade children. Illustrations are great for teaching little ones where germs hide and how to properly wash hands.
Written "bedtime story" style, as if being told to child(ren) on the fly. Super cute story about how germs spread and what we need to do to get rid of them! Would recommend for pre-school and elementary grade children. Illustrations are great for teaching little ones where germs hide and how to properly wash hands.
September 22, 2020
Cute way to reinforce good hand-washing habits! Ms. Quicksall’s YouTube read-aloud of this story includes fun sound effects and voices that complement the story in an engaging way. The story’s illustrations are cute, and the text includes story narration and germ speech bubbles or dialogue. Both of these features are sure to engage readers.
March 31, 2021
Everyone knows that washing hands is important, but just how important it is and how to do it well are explained clearly and whimsically in this book. Germs vs. Soap is a delightful adventure that helps kids understand the importance of washing their hands with soap. It's humorous and insightful, perfect for classrooms. I really enjoyed reading it and my students love it too!
October 12, 2022
There are some things I do not understand...saying for crying out loud in a kids book, not ok. Saying that germs have toots, doesnt really explain what is happening, although I think the author is trying to say that that is how germs multiply. I would say this book is not for little kids at all...
August 23, 2020
A good book and necessary at this time, but very wordy and quite long.
Q2020 book.
Q2020 book.
September 2, 2020
This is a really easy and fun read for the kids. I also enjoyed it a lot!
September 7, 2020
A very cute, funny, and educational book!!!
September 10, 2020
Learning about germs.
Wash your hands
Wash your hands
September 30, 2020
so totally adorable and educational!
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October 5, 2020Fun kids book
This was a fun read to my son to help him learn the importance of proper hand washing. He especially liked ENERGY CUPCAKES!!!
This was a fun read to my son to help him learn the importance of proper hand washing. He especially liked ENERGY CUPCAKES!!!
November 20, 2020
What a cute book! Teaches kids how to wash hands correctly and the importance of it in a fun interactive way.
August 29, 2021
This. Is. So. Cute!!!
November 12, 2021
Loved this and will definitely be reading it with my kiddos. And now I must go wash my hands.
December 11, 2021
My new favorite book. I almost rooted for the germs…but great for teaching good Han washing techniques!
December 3, 2022
Germs vs. Soap by Didi Dragon - This is on kindle unlimited. A rather zany hand washing adventure. Happy Reading!
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January 9, 2023What are energy cupcakes?
February 8, 2023
Great way to explain germs and the importance of washing your hands.
May 3, 2023
Not impressed.
July 24, 2023
Amazing. Can't wait to read it with my kids!
May 16, 2024
This book somehow balanced being cute and entertaining with being informative, too! This is a good reminder about washing hands properly for our science lesson today.
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