When Rio discovers how much he loves helping Mum and Dad around their cozy cottage - repairing water leaks, tightening taps and handing out tools, he begins to realise that plumbing is more than fixing things. It is a skill, a service, and maybe even the start of something bigger.
With gentle guidance and plenty of hands-on adventure, Rio takes his first real steps into building a small business of his own. From spotting leaks and solving problems to helping neighbours and earning his money, Rio learns how effort, kindness and curiosity can open doors.
Throughout the story, children explore real world lessons about tools, teamwork, saving money, reinvesting, helping the community and taking pride in their work. Everything is shown through warm, charming watercolour illustrations that feel comforting and timeless.
Perfect for ages 2+, this book introduces the basics of business and practical life skills in a simple, joyful and age appropriate way.
Learns how household plumbing works
Helps Mum and Dad with real DIY tasks
Gets his own toolbelt and uses it proudly
Fixes his first leak under the sink
Solves a blocked bath problem
Helps neighbours in the village with their rattling taps
Starts writing down jobs like a real tradesperson
Learns about Savings and Business Money
Decides on his business name: Rio’s Plumbing Crew
Paints his first sign and begins to tell others what he does
Builds trust as neighbours recommend him
Gives back by helping older neighbours for free
Reinvests his earnings and enjoys the rewards of saving
Discovers why he loves working and helping people
Realises that any business can begin small, with curiosity and care
When Rio discovers how much he loves helping Mum and Dad around their cozy cottage - repairing water leaks, tightening taps and handing out tools, he begins to realise that plumbing is more than fixing things. It is a skill, a service, and maybe even the start of something bigger.
With gentle guidance and plenty of hands-on adventure, Rio takes his first real steps into building a small business of his own. From spotting leaks and solving problems to helping neighbours and earning his money, Rio learns how effort, kindness and curiosity can open doors.
Throughout the story, children explore real world lessons about tools, teamwork, saving money, reinvesting, helping the community and taking pride in their work. Everything is shown through warm, charming watercolour illustrations that feel comforting and timeless.
Perfect for ages 2+, this book introduces the basics of business and practical life skills in a simple, joyful and age appropriate way.
Learns how household plumbing works
Helps Mum and Dad with real DIY tasks
Gets his own toolbelt and uses it proudly
Fixes his first leak under the sink
Solves a blocked bath problem
Helps neighbours in the village with their rattling taps
Starts writing down jobs like a real tradesperson
Learns about Savings and Business Money
Decides on his business name: Rio’s Plumbing Crew
Paints his first sign and begins to tell others what he does
Builds trust as neighbours recommend him
Gives back by helping older neighbours for free
Reinvests his earnings and enjoys the rewards of saving
Discovers why he loves working and helping people
Realises that any business can begin small, with curiosity and care