Amelia's notebooks entertain readers with great stories about the ups and downs of growing up, told from the perspective of an inquisitive, insightful 10-year-old girl. What's more, her witty words and whimsical doodles encourage girls to express their creativity by drawing and writing about their own lives.Amelia is trying to earn money for a new pair of sneakers that she just has to have. After several humorous but unsuccessful business ventures, she realizes she can turn her true love -- drawing -- into a way to make money wisely.