Books like Isabel's car wa$h by Sheila Bair
Isabel is determined to obtain the doll she has been wanting for a long time. To fund this purchase, she decides to start a car wash business with her friends. Together, they work hard to make a profit, hoping to use the money to buy the doll they desire. Through their efforts, Isabel's friends invest in the business, with the hope of sharing in the profits. The story explores the concept of moneymaking projects and the challenges of turning a business venture into a source of income.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Sheila Bair
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