Business & Economics - Kids

Have you ever wondered what jobs we will do in the future, or why some brands of shoes cost more than others? Explore these and many other questions as you begin your study of economics. Working in groups and on your own, you'll learn...

Covers the Cambridge IGCSE syllabus (0455) and the Cambridge O Level syllabus (2281), first examination from 2020. This series helps students understand economic theory, terminology and principles. By applying tools of economic analysis, undertaking calculations and writing longer responses, students learn how to look...

Covers the Cambridge IGCSE syllabus (0455) and the Cambridge O Level syllabus (2281), first examination from 2020. This coursebook and digital bundle help students apply tools of economic analysis, make judgements on economic issues, use basic economic numeracy and literacy, and take greater part...

As a teenager Phil Knight had a strong urge to follow his dream - he just didn't know what it was yet! A few years later he founded NIKE and it has since grown into the largest shoe and sportswear company in the world....

Seems as if everywhere you look, there are places to spend your money. How do you make sure that your money stretches to cover all of your needs and at least some of your wants? Smart shopping, setting up a budget, and building and...

How should we handle our money? Gabriel really wants to buy some fancy Fast Kids shoes. But his mom says they can spend no more than thirty dollars. Gabriel searches for a great deal on the shoes. He looks online, goes to the shoe...

Teach students about the choices people make with their money! This nonfiction reader explores how people save and spend what they earn on payday. Includes a fiction story related to the topic an extension activity and other meaningful features.Author: Antonio SacreISBN-10: 1087605873ISBN-13: 9781087605876Publisher: Teacher...

Harmoney is an adventurous young girl with one wish She wants a bike, but her parents give her the answer she does not want to hear, "No." Her persistence forces her to create a plan on how to make her wish come true Follow...

Are you always looking for the newest bands and singers? Do you love to talk about music and share your musical opinions with others? Then you might have what it takes to be a music influencer. Learn about social media marketing and basic economics,...

This title offers a detailed look at the effect pay equity has had on the sports world. Clear text, compelling images, and helpful sidebars and infographics make this book an accessible and engaging read.Author: Martha LondonISBN-10: 164493468XISBN-13: 9781644934685Publisher: Focus ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Robots can do jobs that once only humans could, from mowing the yard to performing surgery. Readers will discover other services robots perform to help police, save lives, and more.Author: Lola SchaeferISBN-10: 1541596986ISBN-13: 9781541596986Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.66lbsSize: 10.30h...

This book celebrates people who work at schools, libraries, and other centers of learning. It includes a table of contents, an On the Job special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level,...

Billy is just an ordinary goat like any other, but when he thinks differently and puts his mind to it he achieves extraordinary things. Join Billy in this "Raa-aa-aags to Riches" tale - one to encourage all the budding little entrepreneurs out there.A clever,...

"Understanding money opens the door to a better life. Everyone should read this book"--Guy Johnson, Bloomberg "This guide to money management offers solid advice aligned with Generation Alpha...priorities....There's practical and accessible advice on everything from charitable contributions to cryptocurrency....a great choice for teens.."--Booklist Max...

Do you have what it takes to compete against the world's most elite athletes? Be ready to put in the time, sweat, and tears that it takes. Choose which path to take on your journey to athletic excellence. Some choices lead to the big...

Do you have what it takes to compete against the world's most elite athletes? Be ready to put in the time, sweat, and tears that it takes. Choose which path to take on your journey to athletic excellence. Some choices lead to the big...

The easy way to help your kid start a business Do you have a budding entrepreneur on your hands who's anxious to bring the next great business idea to life? Make their dream come true with the accessible, expert help in Starting Your Own...

From mint, to pocket, to vending machine--tag along with George, a brand new quarter, and see how far a coin goes. With her signature bright, cartoony illustrations, Loreen Leedy explores American currency from the coins' point of view. George starts his day at the...

A Young Person's Guide to Starting Your Own Business Written by a Successful Kidpreneur! Running a successful business can be hard for anyone, but seventeen-year-old Moziah Bridges has becomes a pro at it. His company, Mo's Bow's, is what today's "kidpreneurs" dream of achieving--a...

Imagine getting paid to play with toys Toy influencers can make big money just for giving their opinions on the latest games and gadgets. Discover what it takes to be a social media influencer, while learning basic economics and business skills, as well as...

Have you dreamed of making money by playing video games? Getting paid to show off your gaming skills online sounds like an awesome career, but it takes more than just game skills. Learn about the basic business skills and economics behind this career in...

This title offers a detailed look at the effect pay equity has had on the sports world. Clear text, compelling images, and helpful sidebars and infographics make this book an accessible and engaging read.Author: Martha LondonISBN-10: 1644933926ISBN-13: 9781644933923Publisher: Focus ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 48Format: Library...

This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Cardi B. Readers learn about Cardi's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Cardi's social media success, her iconic fashion, and her...

At its most basic, philosophy is about learning how to think about the world around us. It should come as no surprise, then, that children make excellent philosophers Naturally inquisitive, pint-size scholars need little prompting before being willing to consider life's "big questions," however...

Readers will learn about the important relationship between producers and consumers as well as buyers and sellers and how they all work together to create a healthy economy. This instructive volume defines basic economic concepts like goods and services and explains production with examples...

a classic Tortoise and the Hare story with a tale of Warren BuffettAuthor: Annette Lodge, Lucas RemmerswaalISBN-10: 1461015650ISBN-13: 9781461015659Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/09/2012Pages: 38Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.10d

People all over the world trade and buy from each other! This nonfiction book will teach young readers the various services and goods that countries around the world provide. Readers will also be exposed to the different forms of money, such as yen and...

Can knowing how a financial crisis happened keep it from happening again? Sheila Bair, the former chairman of the FDIC, explains how the Great Recession impacted families on a personal level in this easy-to-understand book "that puts a human face on the economic crisis"...

This is the first non-fiction work by an existential author whose previous works chronicle the disorder in our world. Here Perry L. Angle brings his insight to bear on the changing financial landscape. The book is written as a guide for new investors to...

Indoor and outdoor signage can provide directions, warnings, and information. Some signs advertise products too. How can you tell which signs are ads? And how do they influence us? Readers will learn to identify and evaluate the advertisements they see on signs. Accessible text...

Government and Community introduces readers to the relationship between government and community, including information about how government works, what taxes are for, and why people vote. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic,...

How do taxes work? How do governments collect and spend them? Lean the ways of the government through this informative picture book for kids. It's important that your child is aware of how societies are run so that he/she can help in safeguarding the...

Don't shelter your kids from grown-up realities including money matters. Instead, teach your children how to handle money to avoid financial regrets later on. A powerful tool that you an use to teach the young about money are references books, like this. Make money...

Notice how a series of events led you to where you are at today. As an adult you studied hard, worked long hours, and behaved right. However prior to that, you had inspiration and guidance to achieve a better life. This inspiration served as...

Saving and spending are building blocks of the economy. Readers will learn about various sources of income as well as concepts such as how saving a little at a time can eventually add up to a lot of money. This informational text explains ideas...

Pikachu could be called the mascots of the Pok mon brand, as the short, yellow furballs are the most recognizable of hundreds of characters. This book for growing readers tracks the birth of the Japanese pocket monsters chased all around cities by Pok mon...

Netflix has played a role in making binge-watching a thing. Seventy percent of its users watch television series episode after episode after episode in one sitting This children's book rewinds Netflix back to its beginning, when the focus was mailing DVDs, and then expands...

Have you ever wondered what life was like for individuals and families living through the Great Depression? Learn about what their days consisted of, what they ate and wore, and more Primary sources with accompanying questions, multiple prompts, A Day in the Life section,...

From Adam Smith to Zero Sum, E is for Economics is a humorous, colorful introduction to the language of economics for preschool-age children. Written by an economist, the book features a new economics term for every letter of the alphabet, illustrated by full-color, playful...

Bitcoin and blockchain is all the rage these days and this book will help teach you and your children all of the important key terms to keep up in this decentralized crypto economy You and your child will love the bright, visually stunning images...

Problem-solver Jason Li has been on a mission to pay for his own lunch since he started school, and he's finally found an idea that helps him do just that while saving the planet. Follow along as he becomes an Entrepreneur Kid The Entrepreneur...

How do you explain the complexities of the economic order to a child? In this retro-inspired illustrated book, Associate Professor Steven Kates attempts this task in a storybook form. A basic primer on economics for the youngest of readers.Author: Steven KatesISBN-10: 1925501434ISBN-13: 9781925501438Publisher: Connor...

Employment, Race, and the Lawdives into the history of employment discrimination toward people of color in the United States. This title looks at legislation that has helped battle employment discrimination, as well as race-based discrimination at work today.Features include essential facts, a glossary, references,...

This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Travis Scott. Readers learn about Scott's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Scott's over-the-top tours and live shows and his relationship...

This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Childish Gambino, the musical alter ego of Donald Glover. Readers learn about Glover's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Glover's superstar...

Do you know how to use a savings account to your advantage? This book introduces readers to putting aside money for later. Real world examples help readers learn the importance of math skills for money management. Callouts prompt inquiry, further thinking, and close examination...

Have you ever wondered why you pay taxes on some things but not others? This book introduces readers to tax-paying. Real world examples help readers learn the importance of math skills for money management. Callouts prompt inquiry, further thinking, and close examination of photographs....

Have you ever wondered why so many people use credit cards? This book introduces readers to safe credit-using strategies. Real world examples help readers learn the importance of math skills for money management. Callouts prompt inquiry, further thinking, and close examination of photographs. Additional...

Have you ever wondered why "money makes the world go round"? This book introduces readers to basic personal finance skills. Real world examples help readers learn the importance of math skills for money management. Callouts prompt inquiry, further thinking, and close examination of photographs....

Wouldn't it be cool to have a job working with or around the things you love? Do you have an interest in artificial intelligence? Maybe working with bots would compute for you Readers will discover the possibilites of careers working with robots.Author: Amie Jane...