About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their creative child's big ideas have led to a messy or complicated situation. This classic story celebrates Emily, a girl living in rural 1920s Oregon whose boundless imagination and good intentions often result in comical chaos, like accidentally getting the farm pigs drunk or trying to bleach a horse white. The story gently explores themes of creativity, embarrassment, and learning from your mistakes. For ages 8-12, it's a humorous and heartwarming read that normalizes the experience of having good intentions go wrong, showing that mistakes are a key part of growing up and learning empathy.
