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Mother Goose Day

National Mother Goose day takes place this week and, believe it or not, that means something incredibly important. Mother Goose day celebrates reading while also lending an opportunity to incorporate educational elements. For example, both reading and dental care are vital to children, and it’s important to teach them about these topics when they’re still young. But how can you get your strong-willed toddler or grumpy kindergartner to brush their teeth? Why not encourage them with a book? Here is a list of the best dentist- and Mother Goose-approved books for kids about brushing their teeth.


  1. Brush, Brush, Brush! By Alicia Padron

This clever board book is for toddlers who are just starting to learn the concept of keeping their teeth clean and healthy. Set to the tune of “Row, Row, Row Your Boat,” the book is easy to sing and easy for kids to learn and remember. It begins, “Are your teeth clean and white, do you brush them day and night?” With an easy-to-memorize tune, it’s also the perfect way to make actual teeth brushing a little easier for your toddler. Just sing the toothbrushing song and with any luck, you’ll cut back on the tantrums.

  1. Sesame Street’s Ready, Set, Brush!

If you have a little Elmo or Cookie Monster fan in your house, this book is the perfect way to encourage them to learn about taking care of their teeth. Children are naturally resistant to brushing their teeth, so seeing their favourite fictional friends brush makes the process much easier. Here’s a pro tip to make it even better: There’s a special Elmo teeth-brushing song that encourages children to brush each section of their mouth, rinse, and spit. Just be forewarned: it’s catchy and you’ll be singing it all day.

  1. Sugarbug Doug, by Dr. Ben Magleby

You’ll notice that the author’s name has a title in front of it. Yes, this one was written by a dentist to teach children all about cavities, plaque, and why they need to clean their mouths clean and healthy. It depicts oral hygiene as a battle between the naughty sugarbugs and all of us who are working to keep our mouths clean. It’s an adorable book with a storyline that children love – and it helps brushing teeth make sense to them, often for the first time!

  1. The Tooth Book: A Healthy Guide to Teeth and Gums, by Edward Miller

A book for older children, The Tooth Book is a foray into all things tooth-related, both those that you probably knew and those that you definitely didn’t. This book is full of scientific facts, odd stories about dentistry in the past, and much more. It is the perfect choice for kids who are old enough to know how to brush their teeth but might just need a little reminder why!


It’s often difficult to encourage children to foster a healthy oral care routine. Celebrate Mother Goose Day with books that will help you do just that!

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