Garbage Collectors

by Paulette Bourgeois, Kim LaFave (Illustrator)

What happens to the garbage after it leaves the curb? Young children will enjoy finding out in this book, part of a first reader 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. Garbage Collectors features recycling information and tips on how kids can reduce the amount of garbage they throw away. These fun and informative Level 3 first readers are based on the picture books of the same name.

Genres: Childrens

32 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1991

About the author

Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Bourgeois graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational therapy from the University of Western Ontario in 1974. She was a psychiatric occupational therapist for three years before deciding to focus on her writing. She studied journalism at Carlton University then worked as a reporter for the Ottawa Citizen and CBC Television. She became a freelance journalist in Washington, D.C. contributing pieces to Chatelaine, Canadian Living, Reader's Digest and Maclean's. She returned to Toronto in 1983.

In 2003, she became a Member of the Order of Canada and in 2007, she received an Honourary Doctor of Laws from her alma mater, the University of Western Ontario.

Reviews

[Hatka Kecalovic · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is Garbage Collectors by Paulette Bourgeois. This book can be used in Kindergarden to 3 grade classrooms. This book can be used on lessons on the environment. This book can be used to teach children about recycling, reusing and environmental stewardship.