by Nathan Byron, Illustrated by Dapo Adeola
Random House Books for Young
9/1/2020, hardcover
SKU: 9780593118993
Plucky science-lover Rocket returns in another inspiring picture book about getting a community to notice the world around them, and, in this book, to CLEAN UP! their shoreline.
Rocket, is off to the islands to visit her grandparents. Her family loves nothing better than to beach comb and surf together... but the beach is clogged with trash! When she finds a turtle tangled in a net, Rocket decides that something must be done! Like a mini Greta Thunberg, our young activist's enthusiasm brings everyone together... to clean up the beach and prevent plastics from spoiling nature. Perfect for fans of Rocket Says Look Up! and Ada Twist, Scientist, this book is for any youngster concerned about our environment. Rocket Says Clean Up! will inspire readers of all ages to dream big and tackle problems head-on.
Target age: 3 to 7
Reviews:
"Rocket’s fans will enjoy this can-do kid’s return.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Ideal for science-inclined readers and budding environmentalists.” — School Library Journal
About the Contributors:
Nathan Byron is a British actor and writer who has written for BAFTA Award-winning children's TV shows and author of Rocket Says Look Up! He's a rising star in the world of screenwriting and has an animated series, Afro Kid, currently under option in England. He lives in London.
is an illustrator, author, and character designer who was awarded Illustrator of the Year at The British Book Awards in 2022. Born in Britain and of Nigerian heritage, Dapo’s work tends to revolve around creating characters and imagery that challenge gender norms and equality politics in a fun and upbeat manner. He is an avid believer in the importance of equal representation in the creative arts. Dapo lives in London.