We’re Going to the Dentist: Going for a Check-Up

Explore We’re Going to the Dentist, a delightful interactive book that helps little ones (and their parents) navigate their first dental check-up.

Join Nancy and Teddy as they discover the waiting area, take a seat in the dentist’s chair, and learn about proper tooth brushing in this fun-filled novelty book, complete with engaging flaps and mechanisms. Each page features helpful tips for parents and carers, endorsed by The Good Play Guide and leading Early Years Consultant, Dr Amanda Gummer. With charming illustrations from Marion Cocklico, We’re Going to the Dentist is the perfect book to prepare little ones for their first visit to the dentist.

The Big Steps series is designed to support toddlers and parents through everyday experiences. For more helpful tips, read No More Diapers, We’re Having a Baby and No More Pacifiers.

Marion Cocklico studied graphic design at Pivaut (Nantes) for four years before becoming an illustrator. She’s worked with over thirty different French publishing houses since 2008 including Gallimard Tourbillon and Larousse. She lives in Paris. The Big Steps series, including No More Diapers and I’m Starting Nursery, are Marion’s first titles for an English publisher.

Dr Amanda Gummer is a research psychologist specializing in child development, with over twenty years experience working with children and families. She has set up three organisations - Fundamentally Children, FUNdamentals and the Good Toy Guide Ltd - all of which promote the value of play and positive parenting in child development. Amanda is frequently in the media and on expert panels for child-related issues, as well as being the British Toy and Hobby Association’s spokesperson for their Make Time to Play Campaign.