house cleaning

Presents the many devices and implements--from mop and broom to scouring pad and silver polish--that are used in cleaning the house.

As Taylor helps his mother clean the house, he describes their various tools, such as a sponge or a vacuum cleaner, and how each is used.

Describes how people have handled household tasks such as dusting, sweeping, and trash disposal since the Stone Age and discusses the invention of such cleaning items as the vacuum cleaner and dishwasher, the discovery of soap, and more.

Five little monkeys are bored, but their mother has them clean up the house for Aunt Bessie's visit.

A little girl describes her responsibilities in caring for her home, such as keeping her room clean, watering the flower garden, and getting the newspaper.

When Mama, Papa, Sister, and Brother decide to clean their house, they find that it is difficult to get rid of things.