Garbage Collectors
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1991 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

Garbage Collectors

By Paulette Bourgeois, Kim LaFave (Illustrator)

Part of the In My Neighborhood series

Discover where your garbage goes after collection.

3.6/5 Goodreads · 19 ratings
32 pages· 893 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Join a garbage collector and truck driver on their daily route, uncovering the journey of trash from curbside to landfill. Explore the vital role of community workers and learn recycling tips to reduce waste. What secrets lie in the world of waste management?

From the publisher

What happens to the garbage after it leaves the curb? Young children will enjoy finding out in this book, part of a series that introduces them to the important jobs done by community workers. Facts blend seamlessly into the story, which provides a behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life of garbage collectors. This book in the In My Neighborhood series features recycling information and tips on how kids can reduce the amount of garbage they throw away.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
893
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD590L
Themes & topics
Books about garbage trucks
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~O
Scholastic level
L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
35365
Publication
Published
April 1, 1991
Publisher
Kids Can Pr
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781550748260

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