Five Children and It

The story revolves around five siblings who stumble upon a grumpy sand fairy living in a gravel pit near their new home. This peculiar creature, resembling a mix of various animals, grants them one wish each day. As the children indulge their desires, they quickly learn that the fulfillment of wishes can lead to unforeseen complications, highlighting the theme of responsibility and the complexities of desire. Their adventures with the Psammead offer both excitement and valuable lessons about the nature of wishes.