Don't Wash Winston - by Ashley Belote (Hardcover)

About the Book

A young boy plots to save his stuffed teddy from the scary washing machine in Don't Wash Winston, a humorous and heartwarming picture book from author/illustrator Ashley Belote.

Book Synopsis

We've all been there... A bit of a spill, an overenthusiastic leap, one mud pie too many, and OH NO! our beloved stuffed animal friend suddenly has to be (gulp) WASHED!

When Winston, Liam's favorite teddy bear, gets muddy, Dad decides that Winston needs to be washed. But the washing machine is big and loud and scary! Liam decides that the only solution is to hide Winston away from this terrible fate.

Ashley Belote's humorous and heartwarming tale, Don't Wash Winston, allows anxious toy-protectors to gleefully follow along with Liam's teddy-hiding plans, while also, in the end, leading them to the realization that sometimes it really is necessary for even the most beloved friend to be washed.

Review Quotes

"Effervescent illustrations convey energy and emotion and have a palpably cuddly appeal.... A wonderful choice for any youngster who's ever known the love of a stuffed best friend (scary appliance notwithstanding)." -- Kirkus

About the Author

Ashley Belote, author-illustrator of Listen Up, Louella and The Me Tree, still has her favorite childhood teddy bear, named Winston. As a kid, she took him everywhere, including into the backyard to make mud pies. Inspired by those experiences, Ashley now spends her time making picture books that she hopes bring grins and giggles to readers.