Books like Three for the show by Suzanne Weyn
When her father loses his job and the family faces a financial crisis, eleven‑year‑old Lindsey rallies her close friends to devise a variety of moneymaking projects. Their entrepreneurial efforts aim to raise the money needed for a ballet recital costume, weaving themes of friendship, creativity, and resilience into the young protagonists’ journey.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Suzanne Weyn
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