Five Children and It

Rediscover the Puffin Classics edition of Edith Nesbit’s *Five Children and It*, a much-loved children’s fantasy novel first published in the early 20th century and still widely read today. The story follows five siblings who discover a mysterious creature called the Psammead, a sand-fairy with the power to grant wishes—though each wish lasts only until sunset and usually turns out very differently from what the children expected. The result is a comic, imaginative adventure that blends everyday family life with magical chaos. Penguin’s listing identifies this edition as part of the Puffin Classics range and gives it as a 272-page paperback with ISBN 9780241735435, confirming the exact book identity for this ISBN. The book is associated with Edith Nesbit, whose work is regarded as influential in the development of modern children’s fantasy, and this Puffin Classics edition is presented as a fresh way to introduce the novel to new generations of readers. The tone is playful, adventurous, and often humorous, while also reflecting the period in which it was written. This edition is aimed at readers who enjoy classic children’s literature, imaginative wish-fulfillment stories, and nostalgic adventure narratives centered on sibling relationships and magical mishaps.