Christmas After All

Reach for this book when your child is noticing financial stress at home or asking questions about how families survive through difficult history. While set during the Great Depression, the emotional core is timeless: it explores how a family maintains dignity and joy when their external world feels uncertain. Minnie Swift's diary provides a safe space for children to process themes of scarcity and gratitude without feeling overwhelmed. This story is particularly effective for 8 to 12 year olds who are beginning to understand the value of a dollar and the importance of emotional resilience. Through Minnie's eyes, parents can help children see that 'richness' comes from connection and creativity rather than material possessions. It is an intimate, hopeful portrait of a family that chooses to lean into each other when times get tough.