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A History of Toilet Paper (and Other Potty Tools)

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A History of Toilet Paper (and Other Potty Tools) by Sophia Gholz is a children's book that takes a humorous and educational journey through the evolution of sanitary solutions. It explores the fascinating history of how humans have dealt with personal hygiene and the various innovations in potty-related tools over the centuries. This insightful story combines historical facts with entertaining illustrations, making it both informative and engaging for young readers.
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You might enjoy this children's book if you're curious about the fascinating history and evolution of bathroom essentials. Packed with fun facts and illustrations, it's perfect for young readers with a sense of humour and an interest in understanding how everyday items have developed over time.

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A History of Toilet Paper (and Other Potty Tools)

Poop Happened meets 100 Inventions that Made History in this humorous, fact-filled nonfiction picture book by an award-winning children's book author and founder of KidLiteracy.org.

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In the beginning, potty time meant the great outdoors . . .

People have been going potty since, well, since the beginning of people! Ever wonder what humans used before potties or paper? You might be surprised at the clever tools that humans came up with over the centuries.

From the great outdoors to ceramic pots, bum brushes and bidets, prepare for an adventure as we explore the interesting and sometimes shocking history of human potty practices!

Award-winning children's author Sophia Gholz and illustrator Xiana Teimoy team up to put a humorous spin on the fun and fascinating facts surrounding the history of toilet paper (and other potty tools) in this delightful book.

A History of Toilet Paper (and Other Potty Tools) promises to entertain and educate with its exploration of how our bathroom habits and conveniences have evolved throughout history.

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Sophia Gholz offers a humorous and engaging exploration of toilet tools, which is both funny and educational. The book appeals to children by blending history with light-hearted humour, capturing the evolution of bathroom technology and sparking the interest of curious young readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780762475551

Publisher: Running Press,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 August 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Running Press Kids

Illustration: 40 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Xiana Teimoy
  • Illustrated by Xiana Teimoy

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 286.0mm

Height: 222.0mm

Weight: 460g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Sophia Gholz is the award-winning children's book author of The Boy Who Grew a Forest: The True Story of Jadav Payeng, Jack Horner, Dinosaur Hunter!, and This Is Your World: The Story of Bob Ross. Sophia loves searching for interesting or wacky historical facts. She also loves to laugh.

Xiana Teimoy is an illustrator from a cute little city in the Spanish far northwest. She has a degree in Biology as well as a Master's in Design and Illustration. She works from her cozy studio located in sunny Valencia, where she develops her work using digital media.

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