Willimena and the Cookie Money

This heartwarming early chapter book follows seven-year-old Willimena, who faces a common childhood dilemma: spending money too quickly. After selling Girl Scout cookies, she impulsively spends all her earnings. Her resourceful older sister, Tina, steps in not to solve the problem for her, but to guide her in creating a plan to earn the money back. The story gently explores themes of financial responsibility, problem-solving, and the supportive bond between siblings, making it an excellent read for children learning about consequences and perseverance. It also offers positive representation of an African American family.

When seven-year-old Willimena spends all the money she earned selling Girl Scout cookies, her big sister Tina helps her come up with a plan to earn the money back.