Author and illustrator

          By Bev Scurr

Splish, splash, in the tub,

Mama gives a soapy rub.

Bubbles floating all around,

Rubber duckies dive and bounce!

Wash your paws and scrub your nose,

Tickly bubbles on your toes!

Rinse and dry, so warm and snug,

Wrapped up tight in Mama's hug,

Teddy bears, it's time to brush,

No need to hurry, no need to rush.

Squeeze the paste, not too much,

Scrub your teeth with a gentle touch.

Round and round, up and down,

Make those teeth shine like a crown!

Rinse your mouth, spit out right,

Now your smile is clean and bright.

The moon was high, the stars shone bright,

Teddy town was wrapped in night.

The clocks all ticked, the lights were low,

But naughty teddies whispered, "NO!"

Mama bear called, "Now don't be cheeky!

You'll be yawning soon and be very sleepy!"

But the teddies giggled, wild and free,

"Not us! We're full of energy!

"We're not tired! Not just yet!

There's lots to do-We can't forget!"

They wriggled, rolled and hid away,

As they wanted to stay awake.

Mama sighed and shook her head,

"My precious teddies, it's time for bed.