About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts hoarding every scrap of paper, cardboard box, or pebble they find, or when they struggle to distinguish between useful items and clutter. This story addresses the common childhood impulse to find value in everything, which can lead to a messy room and a frustrated parent. It follows George as he joins a community cleanup day but finds himself distracted by the many treasures he discovers among the trash. Through George's eyes, children see that while it is wonderful to be creative and see potential in old objects, we also have a responsibility to our community and our space to keep things tidy and functional. It is a perfect tool for discussing the difference between keeping something for a purpose and keeping something just to have it, framed within the accessible world of everyone's favorite curious monkey. The book also introduces basic concepts of environmental stewardship and recycling in a way that feels like a game rather than a chore.
