This backhoe braggart is sure to be a hit with kids, as he lists all the reasons he relishes his job. From his favorite pie (mud pie, of course) to the glory of a long bath when the day is done ("make that a mud bath"), this guy knows how to get dirty. In between all the sass and swagger, there's a cool countdown of all he's cleaning up, from "10 torn-up tires" all the way down to "1 wonky washing machine". But mostly, this is a raucous celebration of all things dirt. (HarperCollins, $16.99)