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Rubbish? Don't Throw It Away!

By Linda Newbery

Could an old sink become the most surprising home in Dragonfly Nursery?

creative playful informative inspiring

Genres

Non-fiction Nature Art

What is Rubbish? Don't Throw It Away! about?

At Dragonfly Nursery, children discover that old and unwanted things can have a brilliant new life. Fir cones become owls, paper plates turn into animal masks, and a cardboard box becomes a castle. Even odd socks can become cheerful puppets, while an old sink is transformed into a wildlife pond for water lilies and frogs. With simple Make-It instructions to follow, this lively picture book introduces young children to upcycling and encourages them to look at everyday rubbish in a creative new way.

About the author

Linda Newbery is a well-loved British author who writes exciting and imaginative books for children and young people. She is known for stories like 'Catcall' and 'Sisterland', often inspired by animals, family, and adventures. Linda enjoys exploring nature and loves to encourage readers to use their imagination and think about the world around them.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2023

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