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What if everywhere you looked, you saw something to make? Instead of seeing something broken, you saw something to fix? Instead of seeing something to throw out, you saw something to give away? This is how Nelson Molina sees the world. A former employee for the New York City sanitation department, Nelson saved over 45,000 objects from the garbage to fix and show his community through his museum, Treasures in the Trash. Explore the hidden potential...

"Oscar loves trash and garbage collectors! Garbage collectors pick up garbage, recycling, and yard waste. Learn more about these community helpers!"-- Provided by publisher.

Heroes are all around us: people who help others stay safe and well, and protect our homes and businesses. Includes fun facts.

"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.

"Early readers will learn how garbage collectors drive garbage trucks. This title highlights what garbage collectors do, where they work, and how they help the community."-- Publisher's website.

"Garbage collectors make our communities safe and clean for everyone! When Smidge accidentally throws Dennis's favorite lunchbox away, she and Otto ask the garbage collector for help and join him on his route through town. The friends see firsthand what happens when trash isn't taken care of and appreciate the difficult, dirty work the garbage collectors must do. In this storybook, children will learn about service and the value of every job, especially...