Tika is a glass jar (aka a "glassie") whose dream is to one day be recycled into a medicine bottle. In our world, that would be equivalent to becoming a nurse or doctor. Through her recycling adventures, she comes across interesting characters and situations that both challenge and develop her moral compass. Tika the Glass Jar supports the sustainable living effort, and teaches kids to recycle and care for the earth - through the introduction of a fun set of characters that they will surely fall in love with. Official Lexile Measurement: 680L ----------------------- REVIEWS: "Tika The Glass Jar is an absolutely adorable, and beautifully written book for young children, which helps to teach (not preach) to them about the importance of recycling. It's a perfect book to read aloud to little kids, and a lovely gift for children who are beginning to read independently. A smart, heartfelt and lovely book " -Sophie Uliano, New York Times bestselling author ------------------------------------ "What a wonderful book, a great read with students of all ages. The images bring the characters to life and the heroine is a great role model for young girls." -Grant Varveris, Principal - Denver Public Schools