About This Book
This heartwarming chapter book introduces Riley Reynolds, a nonbinary fourth grader with a big idea for spring cleaning. Instead of just tidying their room, Riley orchestrates a "supersized" neighborhood sale in South Philadelphia. The story gently explores themes of decluttering, community engagement, and the emotional process of letting go of possessions while still cherishing memories. It's an empowering read for children aged 4-11, offering positive representation and practical inspiration for organization.
Not content with just cleaning out their room, nonbinary fourth grader Riley organizes a supersized sale in their South Philadelphia neighborhood--and figures out a way to preserve the memories while getting rid of the clutter.
Discussion Prompts
1
What are some things in your room that you find hard to let go of? Why?
2
How does Riley feel about cleaning at the beginning of the story compared to the end?
3
What are some ways you could preserve memories without keeping every single item?
4
How did Riley show leadership and teamwork in organizing the neighborhood sale?
5
What does it mean to be nonbinary, and how does Riley's identity contribute to the story?
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