Ivy is told by a classmate that only children are spoiled. She doesn't want to be spoiled, so she takes steps to ensure she isn't. Solutions attempted include giving away all her belongings and getting her a sibling. A highly enjoyable read for both children and adults.Publisher description:
When classmate Vanessa insists that all single children are spoiled, Ivy wonders whether she can become "unspoiled" by giving away all her clothes at school (which does not go over well with her teacher or parents)--but ultimately decides that all she needs to accomplish her goal is a little sister.