children's allowances

Explores the pros and cons of children receiving a monetary allowance.

Examines both sides of the debate over whether children should get an allowance.

All the kids in this book are earning or spending money, and they need math to plan their savings and big purchases. Learn how they calculate allowance and extra income, use ratios to balance savings and spending money, track money in an account log, and compare earnings at different interest rates.

Explains to young readers how to start a business, create a budget, set and meet goals, and keep track of one's earnings, and profiles several real children and teenagers who have started businesses providing such goods and services as lip and body balm, chocolate, stationery, and recyclable collection.

A guide to all aspects of allowances, including how to get one, how to save it, and how to use it wisely.

Offers young people information on how to manage the money they have, providing advice on spending, saving, and donating money to help others.

Explores how to manage one's allowance, discussing budgeting, saving, needs and wants, smart shopping, interest, charity, and the importance of wise money management skills for the future.