What kind of 'scrap' do you have at home that you could turn into something new?

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Why do you think Scrapboy likes to use old things instead of new ones?

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What's the most creative thing you've ever made?

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How does Scrapboy feel about his unique name?

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scrapboy

Name: scrapboy
ISBN: 9780143306016

by Cate McQuillen

Scrapboy lives in a treehouse and loves to recycle. Join him as he uses his creativity to turn old, broken scraps into amazing new things!

About This Book

scrapboy is his name, using scrap is his game! In a house, in a tree, By a creek not the sea, Lives a boy with a name that's quite strange. scrapboy is his name, Using scrap is his game, He makes things that were old and broken new. For more information visit http://www.abc.net.au/children/dirtgirlworld/

Concepts

Creativity & Imagination Self-Confidence & Identity Resilience & Perseverance Joy & Gratitude Curiosity & Wonder Being Different Growing Up

Wonderlit Review

Scrapboy is a charming early chapter book or extended picture book that introduces a resourceful protagonist who finds joy in upcycling. The narrative, presented in a rhyming style, follows Scrapboy as he transforms discarded items into new creations, emphasizing creativity and ingenuity. While the book doesn't delve into complex emotional arcs, it gently promotes themes of self-confidence in one's unique abilities and the value of resourcefulness. This book is ideal for children aged 4-8 who enjoy crafting, building, or stories about imaginative play. A parent might reach for this book to inspire creativity, discuss environmental themes like recycling, or simply enjoy a whimsical story. The rhyming structure makes it a great read-aloud, and younger children will enjoy the repetitive nature and the idea of making something new from old. Older children might be prompted to think more deeply about sustainability. There are no sensitive topics, making it a safe and comforting read. Its focus on practical creativity sets it apart from books that only discuss recycling conceptually.