Tindims of Rubbish Island

The Tindims are a mother-and-daughter duo who create a fun new world of characters and adventures in their empowering new series for 5-8 year olds, inspiring conservation and inventive ways to recycle. They show how rubbish can be turned into treasure, and how to help protect the planet for the future.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 03 September 2020
Publisher: Head of Zeus

The tiny Tindims, reminiscent of the Borrowers-on-Sea, possess a remarkable ability to transform our everyday waste into precious treasures. Meet the mother-and-daughter duo, Sally Gardner and Lydia Corry, who have crafted an enchanting new series for 5-8 year olds. Through their empowering narratives, they inspire conservation and offer innovative approaches to recycling.

Rubbish today becomes treasure tomorrow. Explore the enchanting world of Rubbish Island, meticulously constructed by the Tindims from discarded items. Captain Spoons, Mug, Jug, Brew, Skittle, and their friends are diligently engaged in recycling efforts when Ethel B Dina is unexpectedly blown out to sea. It is now up to the Tindims, with the assistance of friendly fish and delightful surprises, to embark on a rescue mission.

This captivating story is printed in a dyslexia-friendly font, featuring captivating pictures on every page. It is particularly appealing to reluctant readers, as it showcases the Tindims as keen young ecologists, teaching them valuable ways to contribute to the protection of our planet for future generations.

The Times aptly describes Sally Gardner's tale as unfolding with the "beautiful illogicality of a dream," while the Financial Times praises its "illuminating brilliance." The Tindims' remarkable journey reminds us of the transformative power of imagination and the importance of valuing our resources.

Weight: 138g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838935672