# Five Children and It — Character guide

> Key figures in Five Children and It by E. Nesbit.

- [Robert](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/robert.md): One of the five children who discovers the Psammead and makes wishes.
- [Cyril](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/cyril.md): The eldest boy among the five children, often bold and inventive.
- [Anthea](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/anthea.md): A sensible and caring girl, the second eldest of the five children.
- [Jane](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/jane.md): The younger sister, often anxious but loyal to her siblings.
- [The Lamb](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/the_lamb.md): The youngest child, a toddler often cared for by the others.
- [Martha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/martha.md): The family's maid who looks after the children and the Lamb.
- [The Psammead](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/the_psammead.md): A magical sand-fairy who grants the children one wish per day.
- [Mother](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/mother.md): The children's mother, who is away for part of the story.
- [Father](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/father.md): The children's father, who is often away on business.
- [Billy Peasemarsh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/billy_peasemarsh.md): A local man who becomes involved with the children's wishes.
- [Andrew](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/andrew.md): A servant or worker at the children's home.
- [Red Indians](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/red_indians.md): A group of Native Americans conjured by a wish, causing chaos.
- [Wulfric de Talbot](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/wulfric_de_talbot.md): A medieval knight brought to life by a wish.
- [Hilary](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/hilary.md): A character who appears briefly in the children's adventures.
- [Lady Chittenden](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/lady_chittenden.md): A local noblewoman who interacts with the children.
- [Mr. Beale](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/mr_beale.md): A gardener or workman at the children's home.
- [St. Maur](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/st_maur.md): A historical figure briefly mentioned in the story.
- [Panther](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/panther.md): A nickname used by the children during imaginative play.
- [Pussy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/pussy.md): A playful alias used by one of the children.
- [Squirrel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/squirrel.md): Another nickname adopted by a child during games.
- [Baby](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/baby.md): An infant briefly appearing in the narrative.
- [Willum](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/willum.md): A local boy or servant mentioned in passing.
- [Amelia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/amelia.md): A minor character, possibly a servant or neighbor.
- [Uncle Richard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/uncle_richard.md): The children's uncle who visits occasionally.
- [Bobs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/bobs.md): A horse or pet mentioned by the children.
- [Becca](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/becca.md): A minor character, possibly a friend or servant.
- [Jessie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/five_children_and_it_se/characters/jessie.md): A servant or acquaintance of the family.

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