Five Children and It

In Five Children and It, curiosity meets chaos when five siblings discover a strange, wish-granting creature buried in a sandpit. The grumpy Psammead can make any dream come true—but only until sunset, when every wish unravels in unexpected ways. From sudden riches to wild adventures gone wrong, the children learn that magic always comes with a twist. Whimsical, witty, and full of heart, this classic tale reminds us to be careful what we wish for—and to enjoy the mischief along the way.