Children's Books
Explore all titles by Eric Smaling for young readers, filled with fun, curiosity, and learning about everyday adventures.
De prijs van poep (2001)
Rindert Kromhout & E.M.A. Smaling (2001)
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Brief description
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An illustrated children’s nonfiction book about manure distribution: too much in the Netherlands and too little in parts of Africa. It presents perspectives from both children and adults on why this imbalance exists and how it might be addressed, aimed at readers around age 10 and up.
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• Publisher (book info):
https://www.deslegte.com/de-prijs-van-poep-134004/
• Alternate listing (with summary):
Gooi maar weg! (2005)
Rindert Kromhout & E.M.A. Smaling (2005)
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Brief description
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A children’s book exploring consumer waste and global contrasts in how discarded items are viewed and used. Highlights differences between rich countries’ throwaway culture and the continued utility of items elsewhere, encouraging reflection on waste, reuse, and value.​
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• Publisher / product info:
https://www.bol.com/nl/nl/p/gooi-maar-weg/1001004002408986/
• Alternate listing / second‑hand:
https://www.booksinbelgium.be/nl/b/rindert-kromhout-e-smaling-de-prijs-van-poep-9789025834753
