Dora, Dickey, Oswald, H.O, Noel and Alice Bastable are children who find themselves in a difficult life circumstance after the death of their mother. Their Dad is financially struggling, so they decided to think of ways to try and help their families situation. Dora, the eldest child suggested digging for treasure. Oswald was more dramatic and suggested highway robbery.
It was interesting to read of the imaginative ways the children thought of and executed their ideas. There were times when the children's character was tested. For instance, Oswald returned six good pennies to the phone lady because Alice gave her a bad sixpence. Oswald needed that money but he did what was right instead.
At times the children were able to use their talents in order to help, like when Noel sold his poetry to an editor. They did run into some problems every now and then. Their wine venture turned sour because as children they thought the wine was bitter and added sugar. The adults didn't appreciate their improvements and the venture quickly dissolved.
Overall, I like the book because it is full of adventure and learning experiences. I admire these children for using what they had and trying despite their age and situation. Reading about their trials makes me more confident in trying to accomplish my own goals.
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