About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their family is facing a big financial change, like a job loss or starting a new business, and needs a way to see the humor and opportunity in the chaos. The Great Skinner Enterprise follows fifteen-year-old Jenny as her eccentric father, after losing his job, decides to turn the entire family into a do-anything-for-hire business called 'At Your Service'. This funny, fast-paced story explores themes of resilience, family collaboration, and navigating embarrassment with grace. Written with warmth and wit, it's perfect for middle grade readers (10-14) as it reassures them that while change is stressful, a family that sticks together (and has a good sense of humor) can get through anything.
What Parents Should Know
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The book's central theme is parental unemployment and the resulting financial instability. The approach is direct and realistic about the family's money worries, but the overall tone is overwhelmingly humorous and optimistic. It is a secular story focused on family ingenuity and resilience. The resolution is hopeful and realistic: the business doesn't make them rich, but it brings them closer and helps them find a new way forward.
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