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.
Explores the geometry of spheres using real-world examples such as basketballs and bubbles.
Explores the geometry of pyramids using real-world examples such as grocery store displays and the Great Pyramid in Egypt.
Explores the geometry of prisms using real-world examples such as honeycombs and board game boxes.
Explores the geometry of cylinders using real-world examples such as drums and cans of food.
Explores the geometry of cubes using real-world examples such as ice cubes and Rubik's cubes.
Explores the geometry of cones using real-world examples such as traffic cones and ice cream cones.
Coaching a sports team requires talent, dedication, and the ability to keep players motivated in good times and in bad. Victory is sweet, but there's a lot of work behind taking a team to the top. Find out more about coaching in this fun-to-read book!
Introduces readers to basic measurement tools, such as rulers and thermometers. Readers will learn how to use these tools to make different kinds of measurements. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, labeled diagrams, a quiz and answer key, a phonetic glossary, an index, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.
Introduces readers to the basic features of a graph, such as legends, labels, and scales. Readers will learn how to use these features to read bar graphs, line graphs, and many other kinds of graphs. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, labeled diagrams, a quiz and answer key, a phonetic glossary, an index, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.
Introduces readers to the basic features of a recipe, such as ingredient lists and the importance of following directions in order. Readers will learn how to measure liquids and solids and follow steps chronologically. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, labeled diagrams, a quiz and answer key, a phonetic glossary, an index, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.
Highlights fascinating facts about math, from the invention of zero to numbers too large to write out. Learn about the ancient Egyptian god that represents one million, the magic of the number 9, the infinite digits of pi, and more! Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
Discover how math applies to the game of football, from the length of the field to the calculation of players' stats.
Discover how math applies to the auto racing world, from the distance around the track to the calculation of drivers' stats.
Introduces readers to the basic features of Scratch computer code, such as scripts and blocks. Readers will learn how to create their own games and projects using Scratch computer code. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, labeled diagrams, a quiz and answer key, a phonetic glossary, an index, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.
