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In Upside Down Riches by Anna E. Styron, Pansy lives with her father, four sisters, and three brothers. Every day, she bakes mini cakes and sells them from a small stand in the park. Each night, she dreams of one day having enough money to open her very own bakery. Pansy’s uncle, Wiz, is a scientist who is always working on mysterious experiments. This time, he needs someone to help test his latest invention, and Pansy eagerly volunteers, following him to his lab. There, Pansy sits in a chair and makes a wish as instructed. Suddenly, a bright beam of light floods the room, followed by complete silence. When Pansy opens her eyes, she finds herself walking on the ceiling: the entire world is turned upside down! Pansy’s wish was so powerful that it captured the attention of everyone important.
Upside Down Riches by Anna E. Styron is an imaginative and inspiring story that celebrates creativity, determination, and the courage to dream big. Through Pansy’s adventures and her wish that turns the world upside down, young readers learn an important lesson: that imagination can lead to incredible discoveries and that persistence can turn dreams into reality. The illustrations by Danika Runyan perfectly complement the story. They are vibrant, expressive, and full of playful details that bring Pansy’s upside-down world to life. The artwork captures both the magic and humor of her adventure, keeping readers engaged and sparking their imaginations. The story mixes creativity with a message that reminds children how, with imagination, perseverance, and self-belief, anything is possible. It teaches children that they are unique and capable of achieving amazing things if they believe in themselves.
