personal finance

Uses a question and answer format to provide information and advice about investing through the mutual-fund system, discussing the basics of what mutual funds are, and looking at specific issues, such as short and long-term strategies, tracking investments, and taxation.

Details realistic methods for building a financial life with mutual funds, CDs, stocks, bonds, and other investment options, and offers advice on budgeting, teaching children the value of money, and retirement planning.

Gives practical advice on opening a bank account, keeping records, investing, and using credit cards as well as general information about the operation of the economy.

Mama and Papa Bear try to teach Brother and Sister the value of money and how to manage their allowance.

Explains basic financial terms and symbols, how particular securities are used, where to buy them, and pitfalls to avoid. Also explains daily financial listings and basic statistics such as the Dow-Jones Industrial Average.

Provides information on how to be a smart shopper, to budget, and compare, and includes ideas about spending.

Teaches about the difference between wants and needs, and making choices.

This book introduces the idea of working by putting on an event with four hands-on activities to earn money, learn new skills, and get work experience.

This book introduces the idea of working with young children with six hands-on activities to earn money, learn new skills, and get work experience.