Business & Economics - Teens

Change the way you look at money before you turn 20--and become a FI Freak! Most teenagers are told about only one financial path: Work until you're old and then retire. But what if you want to spend your adult life traveling, creating, or...

This globe-spanning history of sugar is "an epic story on a broad canvas that never loses sight of individual moments of human drama; a historical methodology infused with political, intellectual, cultural, and social strands; a complex sequence of cause and effect; an illuminating synthesis...

Unveiling "Finance Tips and Tricks for Young Adults": Your Ultimate Guide to Financial Mastery! Attention, young trailblazers! Are you ready to take charge of your financial future and unlock a world of opportunities? Look no further-our empowering guide is designed exclusively for young adults...

What are taxes and what are they used for? Through this book, students will gain a general understanding of the obligatory fees each person in a country is required to pay the government. The text explains the history of taxation as well as the...

How can supply and demand cause a factory to close in one town or country and open in another? How do consumers drive what products are being made and at what prices goods are being sold? Students will find answers to these questions and...

Although the stock market has a major impact on the economy, many people do not fully understand it. Through this book, students will learn about stocks, the open market, and the dangers and benefits of investments. They will come to understand why individuals and...

A riveting and beautifully designed YA biography that shows how a once-bullied school boy became an iconic visionary who the New York Times described as "arguably the most important and successful entrepreneur in the world." Elon Musk is the visionary behind SpaceX and CEO...

Entrepreneurship can change your life--and even the world Idea Makers shares the incredible stories of 15 women who changed the world through their entrepreneurship. Author Lowey Bundy Sichol presents five industries that women are leading in recent years: food, fashion and clothing, health and...

Businesses are changing, money is inflating, and society is evolving. Being concerned about economic turmoil is perfectly normal but, don't just accept the way things are. Learn how to stay afloat in our current economy and how to be prepared for any other type...

Cut through the chaos and find the path that's right for you! Deciding what to do after high school is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. And that's a lot of pressure to deal with (especially when everyone else is telling you...

During the 2020 Democratic primary campaign, candidate Andrew Yang's policy of universal basic income was something many Americans had never heard of. Yang's background as a tech entrepreneur likely influenced his platform, as he projected that within the next decade 1 of every 3...

Have you noticed that our planet is becoming increasingly connected? At the supermarket, you can buy food from all around the world, including olive oil from Greece, cheese from France, and coffee from South America. At home, you surf the Internet on a computer...

The perfect graduation gift for future entrepreneurs Part biography, part business how-to, and fully empowering, this book shows that you're never too young to dream BIG With colorful portraits, fun interviews and DIY tips, Girls Who Run the World features the success stories of...

This young readers edition of Eric Schlosser's best-selling Fast Food Nation tells the fascinating, frightening truth about how the fast food industry has been feeding off children for generations. Kids love fast food. And the fast food industry definitely loves kids. But where do...

Our cellphones, our clothes, our food: All are everyday things we consider essential, but we seldom think of what and who is involved in making them and getting them into our hands. In Follow Your Stuff, award-winning children's author Kevin Sylvester and business professor...

Do You Know When Is the Best Time in Life to Start Investing? Yesterday!You still won't be too late if you do it today. However, with tomorrow you are already pushing the limit...So, why do you need to learn how to invest?Investing is thinking...

Whether they've seen Aaron Sorkin and Danny Boyle's Steve Jobs movie, read Walter Isaacson's biography, or just own an iPhone, this graphic novel retelling of the Apple innovator's life will capture the imaginations of the legions of readers who live and breathe the technocentric...

In January 2009, a mysterious software developer, Satoshi Nakamoto, exchanged a specially designed code with another developer. The code was a digital currency that Nakamoto had proposed several months before in a paper titled "Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System." This was the first...

Financial Planning for Teens. "Teens who want to be in charge of their financial future should read this book. Information about budgets, taxes, inflation, investing, stocks and bonds, starting a business and much more is presented in a clear easy to understand format." -Miami...

In an increasingly globalized world, offshore manufacturing is often favored over domestic manufacturing for its ability to meet greater demands for goods that can be manufactured at lower costs, ultimately saving both companies and consumers money. However, a number of concerns also arise when...

Have you noticed that our planet is becoming increasingly connected? At the supermarket, you can buy food from all around the world, including olive oil from Greece, cheese from France, and coffee from South America. At home, you surf the Internet on a computer...

FINALIST: Goody Business Book Awards - Entrepreneur: Young EntrepreneurIf you have a great start-up idea and know how to think like an entrepreneur, but are still at college or university, then this book will show you how to run your business without having to...

From ancient barter systems through the Industrial Revolution and the emergence of modern globalization, the field of economics is central to the way we organize and live our lives. This informative volume is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to this vital subject for readers....

Collins Cambridge IGCSE (R) Economics Teacher Guide supports the Student Book by providing full and comprehensive guidance on how to teach the course, with clear lesson notes and syllabus information. The Teacher Guide provides full syllabus coverage of the new IGCSE Economics syllabus (0455)...

As of 2018, 85 percent of global energy consumption was made up by fossil fuels, including petroleum, coal, and natural gas. However, the burning of fossil fuels is a major contributor of greenhouse gas emissions, which has drawn negative attention as the effects of...

With the threat of climate change looming over the present, many consumers and companies have prioritized minimizing their environmental impact through making more sustainable choices. This volume examines the role that individual consumption plays in climate change, and how companies have attempted to become...

When one thinks of money laundering, the first thing that might come to mind is its connection to organized crime, with gangs and drug cartels hiding away large amounts of illegally obtained cash. However, many other groups and individuals also partake in money laundering,...

For many, the gig economy is part of everyday life. It affects how our food and groceries are delivered, our transportation options, and where we stay when we travel. But while apps like Uber tend to receive the most attention, this shift in the...

Notebook Features: - 64 pages, about 8 inches x 11 inches- Ages 10-14, grades 5-8- Covers the Roaring 20's, economic crisis, and FDR's New Deal- Helps students record, store, and organize information for review/test prep- Correlated to state standardsHands-On Learning: The Great Depression Interactive...

Leadership is the differentiator between success and failure. Based on years of research on What makes a Great Leader, What the Owls told Alex guides readers on how to be a leader in their sphere of life. The book presents a simple yet comprehensive...

Real Estate 100 continues its real estate series for the next generation. This time around, the focus shifts to income property. Anthony Lee, real estate professional and seasoned investor partners with Lisa Puerto, Super Agent℠ to share savvy tips and real experiences on real...

Provides tips for financial success including facts about earning money, creating budget, savings and investments, banking, credit unions, credit cards, debt and financial technology along with a list of apps available for various financial processes and resources for additional information.Author: Kevin HayesISBN-10: 0780819667ISBN-13: 9780780819665Publisher:...

As the number of digital devices used in daily life grows, it comes as no surprise that the next step in technological evolution is to conveniently interconnect these devices. This is where the Internet of Things fits in. The Internet of Things refers to...

Taking care of children is one of the most important and challenging responsibilities in the world. Many people dedicate their lives to making sure youngsters are given proper care and attention. For someone who wants to join these ranks but doesn't think they can...

Freak (n): A markedly exceptional or extraordinary person who has withdrawn from normal behavior and activities to pursue one interest or obsession.FI Freak (n): A young person obsessed with making intelligent money decisions to allow themselves to reach early financial independence and live their...

To many Americans, the term big pharma evokes thoughts of greedy organizations that put profits ahead of people's health. It's difficult to put a price tag on drugs that improve or save lives. It's even harder to stomach the thought of being unable to...

This authoritative and comprehensive resource provides readers with an extensive and compelling look at the world of stocks. Through an accessible narrative, readers learn how they can begin stock investing as teens and young adults. From why companies engage in equity financing to how...

"These are things we wish someone had told us early in life." With Lessons and Suggestions for Building Your Wealth, Nick and Mary Beth Claps offer advice that everyone can use, especially young people. The perfect financial primer for anyone ten and older, Lessons...

Fifteen-year-old Jennie Stockitt struggles to score well in her economics tests, but a series of dreams come to her rescue. Jennie's alter ego, Drennie, leads her on the journey from ancient barter, through old and new commercial practices, to modern-day blockchain, cryptocurrencies and 'future-proofing'....

This revised set of resources for Cambridge IGCSE, IGCSE (9-1) and O Level Business Studies syllabuses (0450, 0986, 7115) is thoroughly updated for first examinations from 2020. This coursebook contains exam-style case studies and stimulus material from businesses around the world - ranging from...

Financial literacy books for kids ages 11+ Make economics easy for middle school and high school students to understand (and enjoy!) with the activity-packed Mark Twain Economic Literacy Economics Workbook. Basic Economics Workbooks are a great way for students to learn and reinforce important...

Our cellphones, our clothes, our food: All are everyday things we consider essential, but we seldom think of what and who is involved in making them and getting them into our hands. In Follow Your Stuff, award-winning children's author Kevin Sylvester and business professor...

Parents would love to see their children grow up with more financial knowledge than they did. Teenagers cannot wait to move out and be on their own. With the growing popularity of Instagram and other Social Medias, young adults think it is normal that...

Taking care of children is one of the most important and challenging responsibilities in the world. Many people dedicate their lives to making sure youngsters are given proper care and attention. For someone who wants to join these ranks but doesn't think they can...

This is the FIRST TEEN real estate book teaching young readers the basics of real estate concepts. "Real Estate 100: The Teen Home Buying Experience" is a short and insightful book addressing the most common misconceptions or brain implants about the real estate experience....

Collins Cambridge IGCSE (R) Accounting Workbook supports the Student Book by providing additional material for skills development and reinforcement of understanding. It is fully matched to the Cambridge IGCSE Accounting (0452) syllabus and offers carefully-graded exercises to meet the needs of all learners. The...

FINALIST: Goody Business Book Awards - Entrepreneur: Young EntrepreneurIf you have a great start-up idea and know how to think like an entrepreneur, but are still at college or university, then this book will show you how to run your business without having to...

During the 2020 Democratic primary campaign, candidate Andrew Yang's policy of universal basic income was something many Americans had never heard of. Yang's background as a tech entrepreneur likely influenced his platform, as he projected that within the next decade 1 of every 3...

As of 2018, 85 percent of global energy consumption was made up by fossil fuels, including petroleum, coal, and natural gas. However, the burning of fossil fuels is a major contributor of greenhouse gas emissions, which has drawn negative attention as the effects of...

"These are things we wish someone had told us early in life." With Lessons and Suggestions for Building Your Wealth, Nick and Mary Beth Claps offer advice that everyone can use, especially young people. The perfect financial primer for anyone ten and older, Lessons...