Perfect for fans of Ivy & Bean and Dory Fantasmagory, this is the
start of a charming new chapter book series about a third-grader whose
plans may backfire but whose persistence and heart are inspiring.
Marya's eighth birthday is coming up in a week, and all she wants is an
over-the-top birthday party just like the ones Alexa, her rich neighbor,
always throws. When Alexa parades into school with fancy invitations,
Marya can't help herself--she claims that she's having the most epic
henna party ever. Now she has to convince her family to make it happen.
Enter Operation Help the Khans! Marya's siblings clearly need help with
their projects. Maybe she could cook dinner for her parents, or clean
her grandmother's room? Except everything Marya does seems to end in
disaster. Will Marya and her family be able pull it together and throw
the best party ever?!