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Reach for this book when your child is constantly negotiating for a bigger allowance or seems convinced that 'everyone else' has more than they do. It is a perfect choice for the aspiring entrepreneur who has big ideas but needs a gentle lesson on how those ideas affect others. Jenny Archer is an ambitious nine year old who decides her family is struggling financially because they won't buy her a horse. In her quest to fund her dream, she dives into various moneymaking schemes, culminating in an accidental attempt to sell her own family's house. The story is a lighthearted look at childhood independence, the value of a dollar, and the hilarious consequences of taking things too literally. It offers a safe space to discuss financial reality and family communication without being preachy.