Boris the Binny – A Tale of Nature’s Magic is a 32-page illustrated children's book written and illustrated by me, Samira Rijnen.

It follows Boris, a curious creature made from a bin, who discovers he can help nature by eating plastic. Alongside his friends — Lottie the gardening otter, Roger the squirrel wizard, and Fred, another binny — Boris learns that even the smallest forest dweller can have a big impact.

This project reflects my core passion: blending storytelling and illustration to teach environmental values in gentle, playful ways. It’s currently being submitted to publishers, and I'm preparing many more Boris adventures.

Age group: 4-8 years old (Or anyone who just loves Boris!)

Programmes used: Adobe Photoshop

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We are all Boris.

In a world full of plastic, pollution, and disconnection, it can feel overwhelming to know where to begin. Boris reminds us that we don’t need to do everything—we just need to do something, and do it with love.

Plastic in this story represents more than waste. It symbolizes how far we’ve drifted from nature, and how healing that relationship starts with care, curiosity, and friendship.

Boris isn’t a superhero. He’s soft and unsure, like many of us. But through small actions, he finds his power—and so can we. Nature is not helpless. It holds a quiet, ancient magic: the ability to come back, over and over again. That is the magic in this story.

You don’t have to save the whole forest. Just help a little. The forest will meet you halfway.