In Greenwood Glen, fourteen-year-old Amani transforms roadside scraps into a thriving recycling enterprise in Recycle to Riches, a heartwarming tale of entrepreneurship and environmental stewardship. Armed with a ledger, gloves, and a magnet, she gathers metals, plastics, and driftwood to earn silver tokens from the Valley Recycling Cooperative. Determined and resourceful, Amani negotiates higher rates, reinvests her earnings in tools and an emergency fund, and rallies her community to join her mission. She discovers the value of savings, specialization, and giving back—planting saplings and sharing her success. This vibrant adventure teaches young readers resilience, creativity, and sustainable financial practices.
