Describes the history and purpose of taxes. An introduction explains how money from taxes can benefit the well-being of a community. The remaining chapters detail the history of taxes in society, as well as how taxes work in the United States.
Describes different ways people can pay with money. An introduction explains the history of how early people paid for goods and services before bills and coins were created. The remaining chapters detail the many ways people can pay for things today, including with physical money, debit and credit cards, and banking apps.
Describes the process of opening a business. An introduction explains how kids can start businesses of their own. The remaining chapters detail how to brainstorm, prepare, operate, and market goods or services through a business.
Describes the importance of saving money. An introduction explains how it is never too early to learn how to save money. The remaining chapters detail the benefits of saving money, as well as explaining helpful methods of building a savings habit.
Describes the concept of interest. An introduction explains how interest works over time and how percentages are used to determine interest rates. The remaining chapters detail different kinds of interest and the ways in which interest can be both good and bad.
Describes the importance of investing money. An introduction explains how the stock market is used to help people and businesses invest. The remaining chapters detail different types of investments people can make and the benefits and drawbacks of investing.
Describes how money is created. An introduction explains the process of how dollar bills are made in the United States, as well as the government departments responsible for making currency. The remaining chapters detail the history and value of money around the world.
Describes the concept of cryptocurrency. An introduction explains the basics of cryptocurrency and how it works. The remaining chapters detail the benefits and drawbacks of using cryptocurrency, as well as examples of how cryptocurrency is used today.
Describes ways to budget money. An introduction shows how kids can save their allowance over time to purchase a new toy or treat for themselves. The remaining chapters detail the difference between wants and needs, as well as how to track income and expenses in day-to-day life.
Describes the functions of banks and credit unions. An introduction explains how banks have evolved throughout time and why people still use banks today. The remaining chapters detail the services that banks and credit unions provide, as well as how they can keep money safe.
Showcases women who have contributed to the field of mathematics. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Look at pictures to figure out what item does not belong with the group. Additional features to aid comprehension include detailed photographs, a visual answer key, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Look at pictures to figure out what item is on top of another. Additional features to aid comprehension include detailed photographs, a visual answer key, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Look at pictures to figure out what items go together as opposites. Additional features to aid comprehension include detailed photographs, a visual answer key, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author.
Introduces readers to the fundamental concepts of a two-dollar bill, highlights various security features, and explores its history. Additional features to aid comprehension include labeled diagrams, critical thinking questions, fun facts, a map of where money is made, and a profile of Thomas Jefferson, whose face marks the front of the two-dollar bill.
An astronaut in a magic moon machine agrees to take a child with her on her journey, but the child has so much baggage the machine will not fly.
Introduces readers to the fundamental concepts of a silver dollar, explores its history, and teaches readers the value of the silver dollar. Additional features to aid comprehension include labeled diagrams, critical-thinking questions, fun facts, a map of where money is made, and a profile of Mark Twain, whose face is one of many that have marked the front of the silver dollar.
Introduces readers to the fundamental concepts of a penny, explores its history, and teaches readers how pennies are made. Additional features to aid comprehension include labeled diagrams, critical-thinking questions, fun facts, a map of where money is made, and a profile of Abraham Lincoln, whose face marks the front of the penny.
A child helps a circus clown find the animals that have escaped from a train.
Introduces readers to the fundamental concepts of a one-dollar bill, highlights various security features, and explores its history. Additional features to aid comprehension include labeled diagrams, critical-thinking questions, fun facts, a map of where money is made, and a profile of George Washington, whose face marks the front of the one-dollar bill.
Introduces readers to the fundamental concepts of a one hundred-dollar bill, highlights various security features, and explores its history. Additional features to aid comprehension include labeled diagrams, critical-thinking questions, fun facts, a map of where money is made, and a profile of Benjamin Franklin, whose face marks the front of the one hundred-dollar bill.
Introduces readers to the fundamental concepts of a nickel, explores its history, and teaches readers how nickels are made. Additional features to aid comprehension include labeled diagrams, critical-thinking questions, fun facts, a map of where money is made, and a profile of Thomas Jefferson, whose face marks the front of the nickel.
Squirrel promises to divide her pie into sections for her animal friends if she wins the pie contest.
Twelve little bears describe the weather and activities associated with each month of the year.
Introduces readers to the fundamental concepts of a five-dollar bill, highlights various security features, and explores its history. Additional features to aid comprehension include labeled diagrams, critical-thinking questions, fun facts, a map of where money is made, and a profile of Abraham Lincoln, whose face marks the front of the five-dollar bill.
