Mrs. Wishy-Washy's Farm

In this lively picture book by Joy Cowley, Mrs. Wishy-Washy’s farm animals—Cow, Pig, and Duck—are tired of being scrubbed clean every day. They escape the farm for the wider world, but quickly discover that life outside the barnyard is messy, confusing, and not nearly as welcoming as home. After finding themselves dirtier than ever and missing their familiar routine, the trio returns to Mrs. Wishy-Washy, happily embracing the warm bath they once dreaded. Repetition, rhyme, and predictable text make the story a favorite for emerging readers while gently underscoring themes of responsibility, gratitude, and the comforts of home.