Wednesday Wilson Looks on the Fright Side

Gr 1-3–Wednesday Wilson is excited for Halloween—until she discovers at the school costume parade that her house is on the dreaded “Do-Not-Knock” list. Her moms don’t give out candy because, as they say, “We are so much more creative than that!” Determined to find a treat her classmates will want, Wednesday comes up with a great idea after a run-in with her rivals, the Emmas: slime! Not only is it perfect for Halloween night, it might be her next business venture. But getting her plan off the ground means tackling some big obstacles, including funding the project, navigating a haunted house, the arrival of a robotic spider, and dodging the sabotage of the ever-meddling Emmas. Lively illustrations appear on nearly every page, vividly capturing characters’ emotions and setting the scene. Business terms are introduced and clearly defined throughout, and Wednesday’s relentless optimism and entrepreneurial spirit make her an inspiring protagonist. The story features a diverse cast, including characters in wheelchairs, mixed-race families, and families with two moms or two dads.