Elizabeth Cummings

The Garbage Guy Elizabeth Cummings

"The garbage guy wears a bright, bright shirt

With the name of our town on his broad, broad back

And a wide brimmed hat that goes on just like that

And he whistles through his teeth as he cleans up the dirt."

Meet 'The Garbage Guy'! He lives in "Verityville. He works hard all day long to keep the town clean and tidy! The Garbage Guy really cares for the environment and all the people in it. He sweeps, lifts, cleans and picks up all the litter left behind. Whether he is on the big truck and or having a break with his friends 'The Garbage Guy' has a happy smile and a great positive attitude to life. This delightful picture book with a local commmunity theme will delight readers of all ages. Written through the eyes of a young child the reader follows the life of a garbage guy and discovers how with a positve attitude and a care for the world around him, one person can make a difference to the lives of others.