In "The Dump," part of the Oxford Reading Tree series, children are taken on an adventurous journey as they explore a lively dump filled with various treasures and unusual items. The characters discover that what appears to be trash can sometimes hold unexpected surprises and imaginative possibilities. Through engaging interactions and playful storytelling, kids learn about creativity, resourcefulness, and the importance of seeing value in overlooked things. The vibrant illustrations and relatable experiences make this story a delightful read, encouraging young readers to engage their imaginations while reinforcing the themes of adventure and discovery. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Oxford Reading Tree .

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 1988 by Oxford University Press .

Roderick Hunt started out as a teacher, but began writing for children in 1970. He collaborated with Alex Brychta on a series of children books for the Oxford Reading Tree which had an animated spin-off, The Magic Key series. Roderick and Alex won the prestigious Outstanding Achievement Award at the Education Resources Awards 2009. Now he says, "On my income tax form I put down my profession as storyteller. It never fails to raise an eyebrow. " He lives in London.