Nellie Choc-Ice and the Plastic Island

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Nellie Choc-Ice is a wonderfully plucky, slightly accident-prone penguin, and Jeremy Strong gives her another lively adventure packed with jokes, colourful characters and underwater mayhem. As the third book in the series, it works especially well for children who enjoy returning heroes, while its dyslexia-friendly design and short chapters make it a strong choice for newly independent readers. The message about plastic pollution is clear and sometimes serious, but Nellie's determined good humour keeps the story buoyant.

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What is Nellie Choc-Ice and the Plastic Island about?

Nellie Choc-Ice, the world's greatest penguin explorer, is finally heading home to the North Pole. However, her journey takes an unexpected turn when Captain Beardy-Beard's submarine becomes ensnared in a massive island of plastic waste. With others also trapped, it's up to Nellie to free everyone and confront the pressing issue of ocean pollution. This humorous and heartfelt tale highlights the importance of environmental conservation.

About the author

Jeremy Strong is a much-loved British author known for his hilarious and imaginative books for children. He has written favourites like ‘The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog’ and ‘My Brother’s Famous Bottom’. Jeremy’s stories are packed with fun, adventure, and lots of laughter, making reading an exciting experience for everyone.

Discussion ideas around Nellie Choc-Ice and the Plastic Island

A brave penguin: What makes Nellie a good explorer, even when things go wrong?

The plastic island: How does the island of plastic affect the animals and the people in the story?

Working together: Which characters help to solve the problem, and what does each one contribute?

Looking after the ocean: What could children, families and communities do to put less plastic into the sea?

Funny but important: How does the humour change the way the story makes you think about pollution?