Saving Lives

Sonny gets three whole carrots a week for his allowance and wants to buy everything with it! But he soon discovers his money won't go that far, and his mom tells him he needs to make some choices. That doesn't sound like much fun to Sonny, especially when he learns that the bouncy castle he's been eyeing goes for one hundred carrots. Ridiculous! But eventually, after a little math and a little more thinking, he has a blast discovering what's really important to him and worth spending his carrots on.

What is money and how do we use it? Simple text compares the different kinds of things people buy. Critical-thinking questions encourage listeners to think further about money and its uses.

What is money, and how do we use it? Find out all about how money works, from earning and spending to saving up for needs and wants. Critical-thinking questions encourage listeners to think further about how people earn money.

Do you get an allowance? Or have you ever been paid for doing chores, such as walking a neighbor’s dog or raking leaves? If so, you’ve earned money! Everyone has to decide what they will do with the money they earn. Will they spend it on things they want and need? Or will they save it? How can you decide what to do with your money? Listen to this audiobook to find out.

Your child was likely introduced to the concept of money as early as kindergarten. In fourth grade, your child can now learn the role of money in everyday living. This educational audiobook discusses the history of money and its use to improve the economy of a country. Encourage your child to study from home, beginning today with this listen!

Unlock the secrets to financial freedom and take control of your financial future with "Money Skills for Young Adults" This isn’t just another run-of-the-mill money management book—this is your ultimate guide to mastering money skills in a way that’s engaging, relatable, and downright fun. Tired of being overwhelmed by financial jargon? Our book simplifies complex concepts into easy-to-understand steps, making money management for teens and young adults a breeze.

Have you ever bought a toy at a store? Have you had a haircut or ordered food in a restaurant? Then you’ve used goods and services! Goods and services are everywhere. They’re in stores, homes, schools, restaurants, farms, and factories. So, what is a good? And what’s a service? Listen to this audiobook to find out.

Why should you teach your little ones about saving? Well, doing so means teaching your child the relationship between earning, saving, and spending. This knowledge will create the foundation of learning the value of money. Moreover, studying about money will expand the learning concepts of counting coins and making change. Get a copy and learn today!

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.

Would you like your child to learn about banks? Then here’s the book to start! Learning about banking and finance while still young will instill an early appreciation of money and savings. Financial literacy pertains to the ability to make effective money decisions. Yes, your child is ready to make such decisions, but with your guidance. Get this book in your learning collection today!

People spend money on food, fashion, and fun. But how can you spend money wisely? How do you figure out what you want to buy and what you need to buy? Money is a key part of our world, and knowing how to use it is especially important. Listen to this audiobook to learn how to save, to spend, and to build your own budget. As part of the Searchlight Books™ collection, this series sheds light on an important economics topic: How do we use money? Real-life examples will help you find the answers!

It is easy to spend money when you have a credit card or a loan. But it is also easy to spend or borrow more than you can afford. How can you use credit responsibly? How can you avoid going into debt? Listen to this audiobook to understand how credit works.

Gram Hatter and Kat set off on an adventure. Gram quickly folds up a pirate hat and places it on Kat's head, and they begin their mission to help clean up the city park. Volunteering turns into a treasure hunt as Kat finds pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, and even a dollar. With each discovery, Kat gets a new hat, and Gram Hatter teaches Kat how to count her coins as they pick up litter at the park. When Kat adds up her money, there's enough for ice cream. Or should she donate the money to support the park instead?

Top-selling science author Sandra Markle presents the story of whale sharks - the largest fish on the planet. Facing threats from commercial fishing as well as climate change, they were categorized as endangered in 2016. Find out how scientists are working to study and protect these gentle giants of the ocean.

Did you know that the process of creating coins is more difficult compared to paper bills? By knowing the money creation process, your kids might better understand why money should be spent responsibly. This is a wonderful book to listen to as an introduction to math and the concept of skip counting. Grab a copy today!

How do banks make paper bills? Will stores accept the paper bill you made at home? In this book, your child will be learning about money - its origin and its importance. Using this knowledge, your child will have the foundation to create smart financial decisions. Growing up will be a breeze if your child has the knowledge he/she needs. Grab a copy today!

Not all paper bills are green! In this learning book, you will learn how money looks like in different parts of the world. Get a copy of this book prior to international travel to introduce your child to the monetary differences. Which of these currencies do you like best?

A charming introduction to simple money concepts in which a little bunny learns about the power and satisfaction that come with saving money. Honey earns two carrots a week for taking care of her siblings. Her FIVE siblings who are so loud and bouncy, she wishes she had a place of her own to escape to for some peace and quiet.

Barry Gets a Dollar is an easy listen that starts the learning process for children to be financially responsible at an early age. They'll love to hear this book every night before bed, if not more! Barry Gets a Dollar is designed to teach children the most important pillar for financial literacy - saving money!

It’s not enough that a child knows how to count money. It’s important that he/she also knows how to earn, save and spend money wisely. The purpose of this book is to expand your child’s knowledge on a concept that will be discussed in school. As a book culled from the official school curriculum, this will make an exciting follow up tool for third graders.