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K-3
Andy and his family have always imagined moving from their cramped apartment into a house. They get their chance after volunteering for a Habitat for Humanity-style renovation project on their own street. The hopeful story, accompanied by warm illustrations, emphasizes the value of helping others. The book is both readable and a useful addition to a curriculum.