Business & Economics - Kids

Peterson's Don't Break the Bank: A Student's Guide to Managing Money Middle school and high school students spend more money than ever these days, but most have very little (if any) knowledge about personal finances. The truth is that most schools don't have time...

If You Made a MillionHave you ever wanted to make a million dollars? Marvelosissimo the Mathematical Magician is ready, willing, and able to explain the nuts and bolts -- as well as the mystery and wonder -- of earning money, investing it, accruing dividends...

Lost in the whirlwind? Look For Me recounts the strength, faith, and confidence that Marcus Garvey had in the human race's ability use their strengths and talents to uplift the black race. Read along as young Marcus travels the world and educates the masses...

Did you know that the man behind Hershey's chocolate used to work in an ice cream parlor? Or that he had to try over and over again to get his now-famous chocolate to taste as delicious as it does today? Milton Hershey's life wasn't...

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....

With all things being equal (love, supervision, opportunities, or a lack of these things), kids grow up to be adults. There is no changing that phenomenon. Let us-as parents, guardians, or just people who care-equip them with some information that will cause them to...

Racism and profit were driving forces in the growth of slavery. The transatlantic trade of enslaved people saw millions of kidnapped Africans sent around the world, many of them to the Americas. Even after the importation of enslaved people was banned in 1808, slavery...

Meet Entrepreneur Kids For over 30 years, the business experts at Entrepreneur have brought readers the best in small-business and startup guides for finance, management, sales and marketing. Now it's time to help lead a new generation with our new series: Entrepreneur Kids. Today's...

Meet Entrepreneur Kids Does your child want to learn about the building blocks of building a business? This book will help them learn the basics of entrepreneurship, realize their goals, and figure out how to launch their idea. For over 30 years, the business...

Big concepts like supply and demand are easy to understand when we're talking about teddy bears!The factory produces teddy bears. The materials come from all around the world. The cost of a bear includes everything needed to make it. The store sells each bear...

How should we handle our money? Kyle's club is going camping. All the kids will sell Cool Candy to earn money for the trip. Kyle needs to find buyers for ten boxes of candy. Can he keep track of his cash and join his...

The ABC's of Investing is a fun journey into the world of investing. Teach your child about basic vocabulary of investing with picture examples that helps explain their use. Perfect for parents who want their children to learn early the things they learned late...

An engaging picture book biography of Frances Perkins, the activist and first female United States cabinet member who created the Social Security program. From award-winning author Deborah Hopkinson. At 31, Frances Perkins witnessed the Triangle Waist Factory fire in 1911, one of the worst...

Is macroeconomics the dinner table talk in your house? Do you discuss stocks and bonds instead of the weather? Are you the boss at work? It's only rational that your baby will be a leader too But how to get their leadership started? Introducing...

Children need to be taught the importance of stewardship at a young age, but giving them financial advice that's too complex can overwhelm and discourage them. In Money Matters for Kids, financial author and teacher Larry Burkett provides fun and creative tools to help...

Children learn about financial literacy, wealth creation, and money management in this easy-to-follow workbook developed as a second step to Mansa's Little Reminders book. In this workbook, children will learn the tools to normalize wealth and financial freedom. Learning is easy and long-lasting through...

Everyone is talking about the entrepreneur, animator, eco-designer, and girls' rights activist Maya Penn. Her TEDWomen Talk has been viewed over 1,200,000 million times (and is one of the top 15 TEDWomen Talks of all time). Now this amazing teenager has written an inspirational...

This book celebrates people who work at hospitals, clinics, and other health care facilities. 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,...

Tristan is a very inquisitive boy and wants to learn more about the world around him. He has taken a special interest in how his money works. Join Tristan and his dad as they take you and your children on a financial literacy journey...

"Why learn to manage my money? I'm just a teenager; I don't have much of it anyway."Sounds reasonable, but it's not. Think about this: The average American teenager spends $3,000 per year. At the end of high school, that means you'll have spent $21,000....

This book celebrates jobs related to producing electricity and other fuels. 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, aligned to reading...

This book explores the topic of minimum wage, highlighting the legislative history, the debates surrounding that legislation, and the effects minimum wage has on workers and employers. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, two Case Study special features,...

Do you know a young person who is struggling to manage their money? Well, help them take control of their money now and put them on the path toward financial freedom!They say that money doesn't buy happiness. But I think we can all agree...

Lost in the whirlwind? Look For Me recounts the strength, faith, and confidence that Marcus Garvey had in the human race's ability use their strengths and talents to uplift the black race. Read along as young Marcus travels the world and educates the masses...

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 and compound interest....

The story of a department-store trainee who became the richest man in America and owner of the biggest retail store in the world: Walmart. Sam Walton used the money he earned in the army, along with some financial help from his family, to open...

This title introduces readers to LEGO, covering its history, franchises and products, and worldwide impact. The title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photos, and a glossary.Author: Martha LondonISBN-10: 1645190153ISBN-13: 9781645190158Publisher: Bigfoot BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 9.10h x 6.60w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading...

Wouldn't it be cool to have a job working with or around the things you love? Do you enjoy helping people? Maybe a career in pediatrics is something you would care for Readers will discover the possibilites of careers working with kids.Author: Amie Jane...

Have you ever bought a cold drink at a lemonade stand? Or have you baked cookies for a school bake sale? If so, you're a consumer and a producer Consumers, producers, buyers, and sellers all provide things other people want and need. How do...

In this edition of one of the most popular educational series for children ever published, young readers will learn about Henry Ford's childhood. Ford's natural curiosity and mechanical ability was apparent during his boyhood on a Michigan farm, leading him to a life of...

An inspiring children's biography collection, Immigrant Innovators highlights the stories of 30 immigrant entrepreneurs who have made it big in America.Geared toward readers ages 8-12, the book features people from around the world who played a major role in establishing global companies and products....

What do people do at the Olympics? Readers pick from eight different scenarios and experience "next best thing to being there yourself" opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent reaserchAuthor: K. C. KelleyISBN-10: 1634719603ISBN-13: 9781634719605Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Needs and wants and the difference between them can be a difficult concept for young students. Early readers will be introduced to goods and services, what makes them different, and examples of each. This title features plenty of eye-catching images and new vocabulary.Author: Heather...

Let's face it, we all need money in order to live. How we earn it is up to us. Whether you want to work for someone else or start your own business, this book will help you learn how to land that first job,...

"Highly recommended for high school and ambitious middle school readers." --School Library Journal"A valuable addition to STEM-themed collections." --VOYAAn in-depth look into the extraordinary life of the world's most important entrepreneur, Elon Musk. This middle grade book is an excellent choice for tween readers...

This book celebrates workers who help people travel on airplanes, buses, and other vehicles. 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,...

Wouldn't it be cool to have a job working with or around the things you love? Fascinated by dinosaurs? Perhaps a career in paleontology is something you would dig Readers will discover the possibilites of careers working with dinosaurs.Author: Amie Jane LeavittISBN-10: 1496683994ISBN-13: 9781496683991Publisher:...

Money makes the world go round, but how well do children understand finances? Show Me the Money breaks the mold of the school textbook and introduces young readers to the world of economics -- from the history of money to e-commerce.Divided into sections that...

Introduces subtraction through the activities of animal students.Author: Loreen LeedyISBN-10: 0823417646ISBN-13: 9780823417643Publisher: Holiday HouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2002Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.32lbsSize: 9.94h x 6.62w x 0.13d

The Erie Canal a very special waterway. In this activity book, we will learn important facts about the building of the Erie Canal, its people and events.Author: Veronica YoungISBN-10: 0997799684ISBN-13: 9780997799682Publisher: Rock / Paper / Safety ScissorsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/11/2017Pages: 22Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.21lbsSize: 11.00h x...

This book celebrates workers who help plan, design, and run factories. 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, aligned to reading...

This book explores the topic of minimum wage, highlighting the legislative history, the debates surrounding that legislation, and the effects minimum wage has on workers and employers. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, two Case Study special features,...

Racism and profit were driving forces in the growth of slavery. The transatlantic trade of enslaved people saw millions of kidnapped Africans sent around the world, many of them to the Americas. Even after the importation of enslaved people was banned in 1808, slavery...

A beautifully illustrated book kids age 8 to 12 years old about money and the financial system perfect for children in the 3rd to 6th grades. The story focuses on a time traveler who has come back from the future to teach us about...

This series supports teachers and students of Cambridge International AS & A Level Business (9609) for examination from 2023. Are you looking for extra Cambridge International AS & A Level Business activities for your learners? Our workbook is filled with a wide variety of...

This book teaches business principles to children in easy to understand language and fun anime style pictures. The science of business is an important study and is most beneficial when taught at an early age.Author: Lola MuhammadISBN-10: 1736962922ISBN-13: 9781736962923Publisher: Supreme DreamLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/27/2021Pages: 28Format:...

If You Made a MillionHave you ever wanted to make a million dollars? Marvelosissimo the Mathematical Magician is ready, willing, and able to explain the nuts and bolts -- as well as the mystery and wonder -- of earning money, investing it, accruing dividends...

Financial Planning For Teens "Too many teens graduate high school with a personal net worth of zero" -Yvonne Brooks _____________________________________________ Finally, a book that teaches teens about the responsibilities of money management and what it really takes to secure their financial future. This book...

Around the world, people are questioning consumerism, leaning toward more sustainable lifestyles and creating a whole new concept of wealth. Until a few hundred years ago, people were embarrassed to buy bread in a store. Families took pride in making almost everything they owned....

Readers are encouraged to think about money as a tool, like a Swiss Army knife that can be used for many different tasks to create things we want in our lives. Money is like a tool, in more ways than one. It is an...