"Empty things, broken things, yucky things - follow the journey of recycled objects as they move through the recycling process in order to be reused in all sorts of interesting ways. With stylish, contemporary artwork from award-winning illustrator Klas Fahlén and friendly narrative text by Polly Faber, this engrossing picture book introduces all the people, processes, machines, and vehicles involved in recycling and trash disposal! From garbage collectors and waste recycling center workers to container ship captains and landfill employees, children will be fascinated to find out how trash is managed! Additional nonfiction back matter includes three pages of fully illustrated recycling facts and tips to inspire kids to reduce waste and reuse items"--