refuse collectors

Looks at the role of waste collectors in a community, explaining what they do and why they are important. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

"Garbage collector. Landfill gas operator. These garbage jobs are gross, but someone has to do them! Let readers explore these and other awesome, disgusting jobs that keep their world running smoothly"--Adapted from publisher description.

Text and color illustrations introduce young readers to the many neighborhood helpers in their community, such as waste and recycling collectors.

Looks at the role of waste collectors in a community, explaining what they do and why they are important.

"Introduces pre-readers to simple concepts about the sanitation workers using short sentences and repetition of words"--Provided by publisher.

Describes garbage collectors’ duties such as collecting garbage, keeping streets clean, driving garbage trucks, and sending garbage to landfills.

In this book, young readers will learn about the hardworking individuals who collect our trash.

"Learn more about garbage collectors, including what they do on a typical day, what the grossest part of the job is, and what technology they use to stay safe and make the job less gross."--Publisher's website.

Introduces a garbage collector's role in a community.

A young scavenger named Rachel explores a post-apocalyptic world in a constant search for supplies. One day, she finds a sentient green mass she calls Borne that she decides to keep and raise as her own. As Borne grows, Rachel comes to realize the significance of the strange creature and its potential impact on the world. But other forces see it too, and Rachel must face surprising enemies to keep Borne safe.