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The Conroy sisters, living in England, devote themselves to a heartfelt mission: raise enough funds to sponsor a tenโ€‘yearโ€‘old boy in Africa. Their earnest attempts to organize moneymaking projects and volunteer events lead to a variety of unforeseen challenges and comical mishaps. Through perseverance, family support, and the help of their grandparents, the sisters navigate obstacles and learn the value of community, charity, and sisterhood.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Hilary McKay
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