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Six-year-old Stella is so excited to go on a field trip with her class to the local nature center. While she is riding on the bus to the center, Stella sees garbage scattered alongside the road and wonders how all that litter got there.

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Six-year-old Stella is so excited to go on a field trip with her class to the local nature center. While she is riding on the bus to the center, Stella sees garbage scattered alongside the road and wonders how all that litter got there. A children’s story with an important message, a little girl on a field trip with her class learns how she and her pickup pals can do small things every day to ensure Earth stays healthy and beautiful. A children’s book recommended for ages 4-10.

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LET’S BE CREATIVE WITH KIDS

Every great adventure begins with curiosity. The Pickup Pals inspires children to use their imagination while learning valuable lessons about kindness, teamwork, and caring for the environment. Through fun storytelling and memorable characters, young readers discover that even small actions can make a big difference in creating a cleaner and happier world.

“An excellent job combining text, narration, and illustrations
– all coming together to create a powerful theme and a
memorable storyline.”

- Pacific Book Review

News And Events

Keep up with the latest happenings, including school visits, community activities, special readings, and exciting announcements from The Pickup Pals. We love connecting with families, educators, and young readers to share the message of environmental responsibility in fun and engaging ways.

Welcome

Let’s make the Earth healthier and more beautiful one kid at a time. By teaching children early!

Trash

Take a moment to notice the many receptacles around you they’re everywhere!

Too Much

Ever get frustrated when a tiny item arrives buried in a mountain of plastic and paper?
Every page of The Pickup Pals is a reminder that protecting our planet starts with simple everyday choices. By working together and leading with kindness, children can help create a brighter future for themselves and the world around them.

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