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Reach for this book when your child expresses frustration over what they cannot have or when they feel limited by material possessions. It is a perfect choice for teaching children how to find richness in their own internal world during times of financial constraint or social comparison. Millie falls in love with a beautiful hat in a shop window, but she cannot afford it. Instead of a lecture on money, the clever salesman offers her an invisible hat that can be anything she imagines. What follows is a whimsical exploration of how creativity can transform our perception of the world. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's desires while empowering them to see that the most magnificent treasures are those they create themselves. It is ideal for children ages 4 to 8 who are beginning to navigate the difference between wanting and having.