Economics Books

Parents are increasingly anxious about their children's future financial security. The job market is very competitive, and we watch young people leave the education system carrying a burden of debt before they even join the workforce. At a family level, there are other stresses. Life is more freneti...

This title contains a treasure trove of advice from financial expert and star of BBC's "Your Money or Your Life", Alvin Hall. Money might make the world go around, but only if you know how to use it, and who better to teach your child all about finance than BBC's "Your Money or Your Life" presenter,...

A lemonade stand in "winter"? Yes, that's exactly what Pauline and John-John intend to have, selling lemonade and limeade--and also lemon-limeade. With a catchy refrain (Lemon lemon LIME, Lemon LIMEADE! Lemon lemon LIME, Lemon LEMONADE!), plus simple math concepts throughout, here is a read-aloud th...

A lemonade stand in "winter"? Yes, that's exactly what Pauline and John-John intend to have, selling lemonade and limeade--and also lemon-limeade. With a catchy refrain (Lemon lemon LIME, Lemon LIMEADE! Lemon lemon LIME, Lemon LEMONADE!), plus simple math concepts throughout, here is a read-aloud th...

How do you get kids interested in learning about finance? Give them a comic book! Rich Dad series author Robert Kiyosaki, whose books have sold over 5 million copies, recognized the increasing need for people to begin their journey to financial literacy-and life-long wealth-as early as their preteen...

This title is suitable for children of ages 9 years & over. Explaining the language of finance and the skill of investing, this guide gives kids an early start at making their money grow. The book explains the general concept of money and demonstrates how saving works based on the concepts of simple...

This title offers a positive, spiritual approach to the meaning of money for kids. "It's Not What You've Got" addresses the topics of money and abundance, with the understanding that children's earliest thoughts and perceptions about money will last throughout their lives. The concepts presented in ...

A sweet, funny lesson in economics as only Lola can teach it Lola has "lots" of pocket money and is very excited to buy a new toy in the gift shop on a trip to the zoo. But she spends a little here and there, and before she knows it, she doesn't have enough left for her toy. Big brother Charlie shar...

Rocks to Riches is a treasure hunts with a twist. Five kids and a pot belly pig spend the summer hunting for treasure and learn about friendship, family and finance along the way. Ages 9-14ish (secret: parents are loving it also!). Rocks to Riches is a based loosely on the wealth and success princip...

Kids want things that they don t have. But when should they stop asking for things and earn them instead? Earning Excitement is a story about creativity, patience, self-sufficiency, and the steps kids can take to earn something. A book in the series Marvels of Money for kids (ages 7-11); richly illu...

There are so many things kids want to buy! But they cannot afford them all. Spending Success is a story about Chelsea and Jack 's great success with financial priority setting, against a backdrop of peer pressure and media influence. A book in the series Marvels of Money for kids (ages 7-11); richly...

There is great need all around us. How can a kid help? How much should they give? Chelsea and Jack show how they, their families and their friends can help those in need. In this touching and very timely story, Giving Greatness shows multiples ways that kids and their families can help those in need...

Borrowing money is advertised as easy . So, why not do it?The truth is, taking out loans can create big problems for kids. Debt Dangers tells a great story about Chelsea and Jack saving money, living within their means, and why kids should avoid debt.A book in the series Marvels of Money for kids (a...

Which tools should kids use to manage money? Who should they share personal and financial information with?Terrific Tools tells a story about Chelsea and Jack 's adventures learning about the many financial tools that are available and how they are used in different settings. The story also provides...

Time & Money, a comprehensive learning resource, provides high-interest, full-color lessons to spark students' interest and encourage critical thinking. In the Time section, children learn to tell time to the hour, half-hour, and quarter-hour using both analog and digital clocks. In the Money sectio...

Simple text and color photographs introduce basic ways to count money--in both English and Spanish

Alfie Pottsa is a twelve year old schoolboy who, with the help and guidance of his father, becomes an entrepreneur. Over the course of the stories Alfie gets to learn some 'life lessons' that don't get taught in school. In 'Alfie and the Seminar' Alfie sees something he really wants, but is disappoi...

This is a new series from the home of humour for children! "Make Money" is a fantastic, funny guide for any young reader wanting to tackle their own budget deficit and make their first million. It is full of money-saving and money-making tips such as how to make and sell your own apps, grow your own...

Mr. Sages Money Trees by Ann N. Laskowski is an inspiring light and easy16 page fiction short story topped off with a fabulous ending. Aguaranteed smile making read that teaches a lesson.The lesson Mr. Gillis teaches to his son is as profound as the text ismoving and stands out as a radiant gem that...

This is the story of the I. O. Lots family as they meet the Debt Monster and learn how to make him disappear! The message of The Debt Monster tells us to avoid the materialistic culture that surrounds us. Our "me-me-me" centered society emphasizes the concept that buying and showering a child with l...

Start on the early road to success while having fun, learning new skills, and making money with this guide of more than fifty entrepreneurial ideas.Filled with delightfully simple business ideas, "Better than a Lemonade Stand!" is a fun guide packed with creative ideas that show how to start a busin...

If discussing money is a difficult task for adults, it's doubly so where kids are involved. Not only is the subject loaded with cryptic jargon (mortgages? Bull markets? Huh?), but it often fails to click with how a kid sees his or her world. Many preteens and young teens do not yet have a job, and e...

Start on the early road to success while having fun, learning new skills, and making money with this guide of more than fifty entrepreneurial ideas.Filled with delightfully simple business ideas, "Better than a Lemonade Stand!" is a fun guide packed with creative ideas that show how to start a busin...

Gives an explanation of currency, including how it is used, how it began, and how it is made.

Alfie Pottsa is a twelve year old schoolboy who, with the help and guidance of his father, becomes an entrepreneur. Over the course of the stories Alfie gets to learn some 'life lessons' that don't get taught in school. In 'Alfie and the Mind Virus' Alfie learns that how you think can make a big dif...

The Nelly Longhair doll is on sale at Murphy's Toys for ten dollars. But Isabel has only fifty cents. Isabel decides to start a car wash business; she's sure she can make money. But at the hardware store she learns that her supplies will cost five dollars! If five of her friends will invest one doll...

Contains tips and tricks to develop effective money management skills.

Mr. Tanen and his ties are back! But now there's trouble. Mr. Tanen's school has run out of funds for the long-awaited playground. He needs to raise money--fast. But how? Then Mr. Tanen remembers the words of Mr. Apple, his boss, "I wish our bank account was as full as your tie closet." "That's it!"...

Personal finance author and lecturer Robert T. Kiyosaki developed his unique economic perspective from two very different influences - his two fathers. This text lays out Kiyosaki's philosophy and his relationship with money.

This book is all about money. Money is such an important part of our world, so it's hard to believe there was a time when there was no such thing and the first paper money only appeared in China about 1,000 years ago. "Currency" takes you from the earliest times, when people traded food and tools wi...

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from banks and banking to International Aid and Loans, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today.

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from Money and Credit to international loans and aid, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from banks and banking to International Trade, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from banks and banking to Insurance, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today.

Teach Your Children About Money is a workbook for use by parents and guardians to develop in their children, (age 12 and up) fundamental skills related to saving money, managing money, and acquiring wealth. The easy to use workbook is designed for use one hour a week for 12 weeks. Each week's lesson...

Pretty Penny has lots of big ideas. For instance, she wants to throw a birthday party for her grandmother, Bunny, but there is only one problem--she doesn't have any money! What's a creative, industrious girl to do? When Penny notices that Bunny's attic is cluttered with old things that still have v...

Robert Stanek, the author of more than 75 books for young people and adults, including Journey Beyond the Beyond and The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches, has selected an irresistible combination for this age group--loveable critters and exciting reading adventures. In this story, Lass Ladybug ...

With the world's economy at the forefront of news, this six book series explores different types of financial institutions from banks and banking to Stocks and Shares, explaining their origins and how they have developed into the major forces that they are today

Penny, a 1 pence coin, is friends with Tuppence, a 2p coin. The two are best friends and sit happily in a purse until their owner goes shopping and the two get split up! Tuppence ends up in a shop till, where the coin meets a third coin named Tilly, an older and wiser coin, who explains to Tuppence ...