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Rubbish?
Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?
What can we do with all this stuff that nobody wants? This lively picture book shows very young children that upcycling can be fun!
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!
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
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.
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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