Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
5.6
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Nonfiction
Word Count
1736
Points per Word
0.000288
Page Count
45
Points per Page
0.011111
Series
New True Books
Description
Shows how the ever-growing tide of refuse threatens the environment and wastes resources, and how recycling helps in conservation efforts. The coauthor is Emilie U. Lepthien.
Quick Summary
This book turns the everyday topic of trash into a kid-friendly adventure, showing young readers how their choices can actually help save the planet. Kids will love the colorful pictures and simple explanations that make big ideas like reducing waste and protecting nature feel doable and even cool. If your kid likes the "Magic School Bus" episodes about science and nature, they'll love this book for the same reasons. Perfect for kids ages 5-8 in kindergarten through third grade.