Simple Economics
Simple Economics introduces the basics of economics through stories about two children and their experiences with their business: a lemonade stand. Join Mia and Tomas as they learn about a variety of economics topics, including banking, bartering, and even the stock market. The economy affects everyone, and this series provides important information readers will use throughout their lives as consumers--and possibly as business owners.
Introduces banking and explains services such as savings accounts and loans, banking insurance, and being a dependable borrower; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the… More →
- Reading Level Grade 3
- Lexile 530
- ATOS 3.5
- Copyright 2013
- Dimensions 8 x 9.5
Introduces bartering and explains what it is, its benefits and challenges, and what makes a good transaction; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further. More →
- Reading Level Grade 3
- Lexile 650
- ATOS 3.5
- Copyright 2013
- Dimensions 8 x 9.5
Introduces money management, including how to create a budget and the importance of spending, saving, and donating; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further. More →
- Reading Level Grade 3
- Lexile 510
- ATOS 3.1
- Copyright 2013
- Dimensions 8 x 9.5
Introduces payment methods including cash, checks, and credit; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further. More →
- Reading Level Grade 3
- Lexile 690
- ATOS 4.0
- Copyright 2013
- Dimensions 8 x 9.5
Introduces supply and demand, defining what they are, what affects them, and how they affect business; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further. More →
- Reading Level Grade 3
- Lexile 550
- ATOS 3.4
- Copyright 2013
- Dimensions 8 x 9.5
Introduces taxes and explains what they are, how they are collected, and what they are used for; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further. More →
- Reading Level Grade 3
- Lexile 610
- ATOS 4.0
- Copyright 2013
- Dimensions 8 x 9.5
Introduces the history of money and discusses its development from items such as shells and furs to legal tender; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further. More →
- Reading Level Grade 3
- Lexile 610
- ATOS 3.5
- Copyright 2013
- Dimensions 8 x 9.5
Introduces the stock market and related issues such as shares, investing, and dividends; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further. More →
- Reading Level Grade 3
- Lexile 630
- ATOS 3.6
- Copyright 2013
- Dimensions 8 x 9.5