A heart-tugging, tail-wagging tale of lost animals, second chances, and the family we find. When a crash, a clang, and a whole lot of noise shake up a sleepy beach town, three scruffy little animals are discovered in the most unlikely place-inside a pile of garbage cans! There's Kitty Kahn, a feisty feline with a squished tail; Garbage-Can Charlie, a lovable pup with a bone in his mouth and mischief in his eyes; and Fish Bone, a goofy pelican with a five-gallon beak and a hunger for fish. Taken in by Hector, the kind-hearted garbage collector, the trio begins a journey full of laughter, trouble, and a whole lot of love. Along the way, they meet Ms. Hightower, a lonely old woman with a heart as big as the sea, and face rowdy school kids, daring escapes, cafeteria chaos, and a surprise reunion that will melt hearts of all ages. Perfect for young readers who love:?? Orphaned animals with big personalities ?? Sweet stories about kindness, seniors, and second chances ?? School lunchroom shenanigans and silly food fights ?? Transformational tales with gentle moral lessons about friendship, compassion, and helping others ?? Adventures that feel timeless, like a mix of The Aristocats and Charlotte's Web