Tim's birthday is near and he wants a skateboard more than anything. So to save the extra money he needs, he decides to collect cans, just like 'the can man' who wanders up and down Tim's street. Tim realizes how hard it is to collect cans, and when he actually has a chance to talk to Joe Peters, he finds out what the Can Man's been saving up for--a new coat before the snow starts flying. Just as Tim redeems his cans and small flakes of snow sprinkle down from the sky, he learns that the Can Man probably needs it more than he does.
This is a touching story that reminds young readers about the importance of giving and how a good deed does not go forgotten. At a time when many are down on their luck, this is a warm reminder about caring and compassion. A wonderful book to teach children about homelessness.
Additional Information:
Reading level: Ages 4-8
Hardcover: 40 pages
Publisher: Lee & Low Books (April 30, 2010)
ISBN-10: 1600602665
ISBN-13: 978-1600602665
Source of review copy: Publisher
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