Trash to Treasure
Book Authors Abel Tutagalevao and Renee Mariner-Solomon
Rights Available World
A non-fiction picture book to help children learn to recycle materials for reuse with real pictures of kindergarten and school children engaged in sustainable actions. It is fantastic for boosting a child’s creativity and helps build a sense of moral obligation to the planet. It’s a great resource to support parents, teachers, and leaders in the community in integrating the concept of education for sustainability into the wider school community. The repetitive and predictable text will help them build confidence.
BOOK EXTRAS • Answer reading comprehension questions in speech bubbles! • Summary page. • Activity Suggestions – My Story Narrative comic strip will allow the learner/child to create their own story about reuse and recycling.
About the Authors
Abel Junior Tutagalevao is a Polynesian/Samoan author based in Auckland, New Zealand. Abel has a Postgraduate degree in Education and History, working with Early Childhood Educators and Primary/Elementary School Leaders for the last 15 years. He is passionate about creating concept picture books for children, to help them understand complex ideas while bringing joy to all readers.
Renee Mariner-Solomon is a Polynesian/Māori/NZ European author passionate about writing titles that inspire and empower Indigenous children worldwide to live their dreams and aspirations. She has an educational background in Health Science, Naturopathy, and Psychology.