The Patterson family were growing out of their house. They had no room to move and couldn't afford a bigger house, plus they liked their neighborhood. Dad had a great idea to add onto their house. All the neighbors helped, but the concrete Lorry came to fast and unloaded quick drying concrete. The whole family, plus the neighborhood helped and worked fast to move the concrete to where it belonged before it dried
Ages 2-5
Source from the tales of Trotter Street. Pierce College library.

The Patterson's family home was very crowded and noisy. They decide the best thing to do is build an extension by themselves. They have quite a few mishaps, one of which is quick set concrete being dumped by their front door. They work as a family to build the best extension, and have a great little mound to play on as well.