Clive Thompson - Little Trot and the Goblin Tenants | Children's Book on Renting & Property | Ages 8-12

Little Trot and the Goblin Tenants (Book 5 of the Little Trot Series)

Introduce young readers to essential financial literacy concepts through this beautifully illustrated, rhyming adventure by Clive Thompson. This book focuses on real estate, renting, and property management, making complex lessons enjoyable for children and perfect for shared reading experiences with parents and grandparents.

Key Features & Educational Benefits

• Financial Literacy Focus: Teaches children about owning real estate and the responsibilities of being a landlord.
• Contract Understanding: Explains the importance of contracts and leases as promises to keep.
• Property Protection: Details how a deposit helps protect property from damage.
• Rhyming Adventure: Engaging, rhyming story structure makes learning fun.
• Conversation Starter: Designed so every page sparks discussion between the reader and child.
• Educational Value: Ideal for home, classroom, or homeschool settings.

Story Summary

Little Trot saves money from his pink piggy bank and, with guidance from Wise Old Stump, purchases a dusty cottage. He becomes a landlord, but his new tenants—three lazy green goblins—quickly prove challenging. They neglect the property and spend their rent money on sweets. Trot must learn to handle difficult tenants, understand contracts, and protect his investment, learning lessons applicable to adult financial life.

Specifications

• Author: Clive Thompson
• Series: Little Trot (Book 5)
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 40 pages
• Publication Date: April 7, 2026
• Recommended Reading Age: 8 - 12 years (Enjoyed by ages 3 to 103)
• Dimensions: 216 x 3 x 216mm (Approx. 8.5 x 8.5 inches)
• ISBN 13: 979-8254478799
• Publisher: Independently published
• EAN: 9798254478799
• Release Date: 7 Apr 2026

Give your young investor a head start in understanding property and finance with this engaging, rhyming tale about responsibility and real estate.