Managing Money [Paperback]

Having a bit of money to spend is a good feeling. But what happens if we spend more money than we earn? This book looks at how to plan a budget and why it makes sense to save some money for a rainy day. The book ends with a short quiz, so readers can test their financial knowledge."Solid financial literacy is an important part of living a full life. In the Moneywise series, this theme is tackled with bright illustrations and text that is easy to understand. InKeeping Money Safe, readers will learn about securing money at home, PINs, dealing with banks, and protecting themselves from scams.Managing Moneyfocuses on important lessons related to investing, spending, and budgeting wisely.What is Moneyteaches about money's role in society, how cash and credit cards are used, and financial security. It also focuses on the importance of money in daily life, as well as what can happen to a person who lacks financial literacy. InBorrowing Money, readers learn about the different means of and responsibilities that come with being lent money. Each title ends with a quiz that tests the readers' skills, a glossary of terms, and a comprehensive index useful in report writing. An important series, this will be as comfortable in a home library for parents teaching money smarts as in a math classroom as a supplement to lessons." Booklist"Especially and unreservedly recommended for elementary school, middle school, and community library Money Money Management collections for young readers..." Midwest Book Review"Each topic is simply explained with examples kids will relate to." Children's Literature