Trash Mountain

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: May 4, 2015

Review

A small red squirrel longs for adventure and is driven by his desire to find hazelnuts. While exploring Nutley's life changes making him an orphan without a home. Nutley seeks shelter and food in the landfill where he befriends Naw the rat and Larie the seagull. This gentle story of friendship and co-operation will touch the hearts of students in grades 3-5. Several messages are shared concerning bullying and poor behavior choices. Nutley is the perfect little fellow who learns to stand up for himself and improves his personal situation.

The artwork is delightful; it completes the story while the map helps orient readers. Add this to public and intermediate school collections.

Overall Book Score: very good