Books for Kids
Foolish Gift Guide
December 10, 1997

Round and Round the Money Goes: What Money is and How We Use It by Melvin and Gilda Berger. An intro to the history of money and the way it has changed over the years. Hardback $12. Ages 4-9.

Dr. Tightwad's Money Smart Kids by Janet Bodnar. Dr. Tightwad has tips on allowances, starting your own businesses and saving for college. A really great addition to any family's library. Paperback $15.

The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein. If you've never read a Shel Silverstein book (author of the classic "Where the Sidewalk Ends") this is a great one to start with. A lesson in giving and receiving is in store for all ages. $14.95.

The Kid's Guide to Money: Earning It, Saving It, Spending It, Growing It, Sharing It by Steve Otfinoski. This guide tells kids how to keep track of the money they have, how to make it grow, how to make sure they don't get ripped off, and even how to choose a worthy cause for charity. $12.95

Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday by Judith Viorst. Alexander gets a dollar from his grandparents and wants to buy a walkie-talkie with it. But the immediate delights of bubble gum, marbles and a snake devour his treasure. For kids 6-9. $3.95

If You Made a Million by David M. Schwartz. Well, what would you do with it? Marvelosissimo the Magician takes you on a tour of numbers growing from a penny to a million dollars. $16. For 6-9 year olds.

101 Marvelous Money-Making Ideas for Kids by Heather Wood. The ultimate guide for kids who want to turn their interests and hobbies into money-making ventures. This book includes tips on creating a business as well as marketing, budgeting, advertising, interviewing, and self-promotion. $3.99

Funny Money, Jokes & Games: A Bazillion Wacky Things to Do With Money Stupid jokes, weird games, things you can make from a dollar bill... a hoot! $14.95

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