Money Hungry

A parent might reach for this book when their child shows deep anxiety about money or financial stability, perhaps after a family hardship. Money Hungry centers on thirteen-year-old Raspberry, whose past experience with homelessness has left her with a consuming obsession to make and save money at all costs. This drive strains her relationships and pushes her toward ethically questionable choices. The story powerfully explores themes of anxiety, resilience, integrity, and the fierce love between a daughter and her single mother. It is an unflinching but ultimately hopeful look at the psychological trauma of poverty, perfect for opening conversations with older middle schoolers about what security truly means.