Milk and Juice

Written & illustrated by Meredith Crandall Brown

Milk and Juice embark on a recycling journey to reunite against all odds.

3.9/5 Goodreads · 445 ratings

32 pages· 432 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

In a fridge not far away, Milk and Juice fall in love. But when Juice is recycled, their love story takes a global turn. As they transform through various incarnations, will they find their way back to each other, or remain separated forever? This whimsical tale explores the power of love and the magic of recycling, inviting readers to ponder the possibilities of persistence and transformation. With charming illustrations and a heartwarming narrative, discover if these star-crossed lovers can defy fate and reunite in a world of endless change.

From the publisher

Milk and Juice is a hilarious, quirky debut picture book by Meredith Crandall Brown that follows a bottle of juice and a jug of milk on their recycling love story. Perfect for fans of Peanut Butter &amp; Cupcake by Terry Border!Once upon a time, in a refrigerator not too far away, a jug of milk and a bottle of juice fell in love. All was bliss until Juice was taken away from its one true love and . . . recycled.Thus begins Milk and Juice’s humorous journey through many incarnations around the world. Will they ever be reunited? Or will they stay star-crossed lovers for all eternity?In this charmingly clever story, Meredith Crandall Brown shows us the importance of chasing after your dreams and never giving up. Brown also includes informative back matter that explains the steps of recycling in clear, simple terms that all readers will understand, paired with cute illustrations!January/February 2021 Kids’ Indie Next ListA charming tale of sustainability, and an absolute delight for storytime. –Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review)Charismatic illustrations and text pair beautifully for a love story with an earth-friendly twist. –School Library Journal (starred review)An original and clever debut about the transformative power of love and recycling. –Publishers WeeklyAn inspiring introduction to recycling, an ode to persistence, and a…parable on the immutability of the heart. – Kirkus Reviews

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