.What happens when your most cherished place, a secret haven teeming with life, suddenly becomes a dumping ground? Terry loves Whispering Willow Gully more than anything – it's where water whispers, fish dart, and frogs sing. This vibrant creek is his quiet escape, a place of peace and wonder that he believes is the best in the whole wide world.
But one warm day, Terry's heart sinks. His beloved gully is no longer peaceful, marred by a jarring landscape of plastic bags, bright cans, and forgotten trash. The beautiful home of the gully's creatures is threatened, its dignity stolen. Witnessing the struggles of the frog, the bird, and the fish, Terry feels a powerful pull in his heart. Though just one boy, he knows he must act.
Armed with a simple stick and a big plan, Terry sets out to reclaim the gully's natural beauty. This heartwarming story explores the profound connection between a boy and nature, highlighting the vital importance of environmental stewardship and the courage it takes to protect our planet. Join Terry as he learns that even the smallest hands can inspire big change and remind us all that nature deserves our care and respect.
This short story also contains a discussion guide ideal for group reflection in classes, book clubs and for families.
What happens when your most cherished place, a secret haven teeming with life, suddenly becomes a dumping ground? Terry loves Whispering Willow Gully more than anything – it's where water whispers, fish dart, and frogs sing. This vibrant creek is his quiet escape, a place of peace and wonder that he believes is the best in the whole wide world.
But one warm day, Terry's heart sinks. His beloved gully is no longer peaceful, marred by a jarring landscape of plastic bags, bright cans, and forgotten trash. The beautiful home of the gully's creatures is threatened, its dignity stolen. Witnessing the struggles of the frog, the bird, and the fish, Terry feels a powerful pull in his heart. Though just one boy, he knows he must act.
Armed with a simple stick and a big plan, Terry sets out to reclaim the gully's natural beauty. This heartwarming story explores the profound connection between a boy and nature, highlighting the vital importance of environmental stewardship and the courage it takes to protect our planet. Join Terry as he learns that even the smallest hands can inspire big change and remind us all that nature deserves our care and respect.
This short story also contains a discussion guide ideal for group reflection in classes, book clubs and for families.
Terry's Big Creek Clean Up (Where Dignity Grows, #7)
Terry's Big Creek Clean Up (Where Dignity Grows, #7)
Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940182464963 |
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| Publisher: | The Arts Incubator |
| Publication date: | 09/21/2025 |
| Series: | Where Dignity Grows |
| Sold by: | Draft2Digital |
| Format: | eBook |
| File size: | 837 KB |
| Age Range: | 9 - 12 Years |