About This Book
Reach for this book when your child experiences the sting of a 'no' due to a tight family budget, or when they feel like their fun is limited by what you can buy. It is a perfect antidote to consumerism that helps children navigate the disappointment of financial constraints by shifting the focus toward their own untapped creative potential. The story follows Megan, who desperately wants a store-bought dollhouse but discovers that building one from recycled materials offers a level of customization and pride that money simply cannot buy. This early chapter book is ideal for the 6 to 9 age range as it bridges the gap between simple picture books and more complex narratives. It models healthy resilience and shows parents how to support a child's dream through partnership and shared labor rather than just a credit card. By the final page, children see Megan not as someone who 'settled' for a homemade toy, but as a capable maker who owns her joy. It is a gentle, empowering read for any child learning the value of grit and imagination.
