| The Can Man Contributor(s): Williams, Laura E. (Author), Orback, Craig (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1620145774 ISBN-13: 9781620145777 Publisher: Lee & Low Books OUR PRICE: $11.66 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Homelessness & Poverty - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Values & Virtues - Juvenile Fiction | Science & Nature - Environment |
| Dewey: E |
| Lexile Measure: 620 |
| Physical Information: 0.25" H x 10.25" W x 9.25" (0.40 lbs) 40 pages |
| Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - Multicultural |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 136086 Reading Level: 3.4 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Charlotte Award, New York State Reading Association To earn money, a young boy decides to collect and redeem empty soft drink cans, but ends up giving away his money to help a local homeless man. Tim's birthday is just a week away, and more than anything he wants a skateboard. But money is tight, and Tim knows his family cannot afford to buy him a board. As Tim ponders how he might earn money for a skateboard, he hears The Can Man down the street collecting empty soft drink cans. The clang of the cans in the homeless man's cart gives Tim an idea. He will collect cans too, and cash them in for the redemption money. By the end of the week, Tim has almost reached his goal-until a couple of chance encounters with The Can Man change everything. Told with honesty and respect, this timely story shines a perceptive light on current social concerns. Readers will be encouraged to think beyond themselves and celebrate the simple acts of kindness and sharing that make a difference in people's lives. |