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Rubbish?

Don't Throw It Away!
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Rubbish? by Linda Newbery explores environmental themes through a child's perspective, focusing on waste, recycling, and conservation. The book encourages young readers to think critically about their impact on the planet and empowers them with ideas on how they can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable world. It's engaging and informative, perfect for sparking conversations about ecological responsibility.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this children's book if you're interested in learning about environmental issues and the importance of recycling. It explores themes of waste management and sustainability, offering engaging insights for young readers who care about protecting the planet.

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What can we do with all this stuff that nobody wants? This lively picture book shows very young children that upcycling can be fun!

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What can we do with all this stuff that nobody wants? This lively picture book shows very young children that recycling can be fun!

From pine cones on the grass to old coat hangers in the cupboard, from empty cardboard boxes to unwanted curtains, used wrapping paper, yoghurt pots, odd socks, sinks, and fallen leaves—what can we do with all this stuff that nobody wants?

The Dragonflies nursery knows exactly what to do. They are full of creative ideas and love to think up ways in which old things can be made new and useful again. And it’s all free!

Dry fir cones become decorative owls. Coat hangers are perfect for mobiles. Paper plates make face masks. An old sink becomes a home for water plants. Odd socks are just right for finger puppets. Worn-out clothes can be cut up for quilt-making. And curtains can become amazing costumes for dressing up.

Just a load of old rubbish? NO!

Pre-school children and their parents, teachers, and carers can all get enjoyment and inspiration from the way in which the Dragonfly playgroup children set about transforming all sorts of ‘rubbish’ into decorative or practical items, or just in happy creative play. Rubbish? can be fun!

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Rubbish? by Linda Newbery is praised for its engaging storytelling, vivid illustrations, and practical ideas for turning waste into creative projects. Reviewers highlight its ability to inspire young children to upcycle and care for the environment, making it a valuable resource for both educational settings and home use. The book is noted for its diverse cast of characters and accessible dialogue, providing a joyful approach to reducing waste.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781913074197

Publisher: Otter-Barry Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Otter-Barry Books

Illustration: Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Katie Rewse

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Linda Newbery has published widely for young readers and adults, with titles including the Costa Children’s winner Set in Stone. Her previous picture book is Posy, illustrated by Catherine Rayner. As well as writing, she now spends much of her time campaigning for animal and environmental causes such as Compassion in World Farming, Feed Our Future and the League Against Cruel Sports. This Book is Cruelty Free – Animals and Us, for teenagers and adults, is a guide to compassionate living.

Katie Rewse is an illustrator based in Bournemouth, England, where she studied for both her BA and MA in illustration, since graduating in 2017 Katie has specialised in children’s book illustration. In 2020, she was shortlisted in the AOI World Illustration Awards, and in 2021 the non-fiction title Climate Action for which Katie was the illustrator was longlisted for the Blue Peter Book Awards and was also one of Waterstone’s children’s books of the month. Katie is particularly interested in how illustration can be used to inspire positive change and she finds inspiration in the outdoors, travel and adventure.

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