Books to help young children understand the value of money and sensible spending.
Browse all our recommended parenting books to help you discuss the big issues with your little ones.
A Kids Book About Money
Adam Stramwasser
Develop your child’s financial skills in managing money including saving, budgeting and spending. Money is one of those things EVERYONE has to deal with in their life, but not many of us have learned much about it.
There may be no more important topic for grownups to teach kids about than money. This book is a perfect way to introduce the topic to kids. It covers what money is, how to earn it, and how to use it wisely.
How it Works: Money
Lizzie Cope
Lift the flaps to find out all about money and what it can do, from earning and spending to borrowing and lending. See how coins and banknotes are made, and discover tips and tricks for managing your own money.
With simple explanations and fun, quirky illustrations, this book is a perfect introduction for anyone curious about how money works.
Written with advice from experts in the UK and US, including financial education charity Young Enterprise, it covers all the basics that readers need to know, and many things they might have wondered about.
The Invisible
টম পার্সিভাল
‘The Invisible’ is the story of a young girl called Isabel and her family. They don’t have much, but they have what they need to get by. Until one day, there isn’t enough money to pay their rent and bills and they have to leave their home full of happy memories and move to the other side of the city.
It is the story of a girl who goes on to make one of the hardest things anyone can ever make a difference. And it is the story of those who are overlooked in our society – who are made to feel invisible – and why everyone has a place here. We all belong.
Fisherbear
Ruth Quayle
Slow down and unwind with this retelling of a fable that celebrates the simple pleasures in life. Fisherbear loves his simple life, sharing his daily catch with his friends and family.
But one day, a rich stranger arrives on his big boat and tells Fisherbear he should sell his fish for money instead, so he can buy a bigger boat, to catch more and more fish to sell – and eventually become a millionaire.
But what then? Would that really change Fisherbear’s life for the better?
টাকা
Helen Mortimer
Using carefully chosen words in relatable settings from the world around them, this book creates a moment for children and adults to discover first money words when playing shop.
How to Handle Money
Kia Commodore
Packed with practical tips and real-world examples, this book will help you make the most of your money.
You’ll learn how to handle these important life skills: the basics of budgeting; the art of smart spending; the dos and don’ts of borrowing; an intro to investing; taking charge of your financial future!
100 Things to Know About Money
Alice James
Why does rain make chocolate more expensive? How does music make people spend more? Where does gold grow on trees? Who tried to sell the Eiffel tower?
Find these answers to these questions and many more in this book full of money facts from around the world, from ancient coins to cryptocurrency.
Deborah Meaden Talks Money
Deborah Meaden
Money is such a huge part of our lives, so learning how to make it work best for YOU is a crucial skill.
Knowledge is power! Whether you want to earn money, save money, set goals, or set up and grow a business, Deborah will be your personal guide, demystifying the world of finance, and sharing the knowledge and insights that have made her one of the UK’s most successful entrepreneurs.
Create great money habits! With Q&As, quizzes, tips and challenges, this is the ONLY guide you need to building the skills and confidence you need to manage finances and reduce money worries.
The Ultimate Guide to Money
Emmanuel Asuquo
Did you know you could turn £1 into £1,000,000? And there’s more than one way to do it! Stocks, shares, taxes, saving, investing, these things all sound confusing (and maybe even a little boring), but understanding more about money can help you to embrace your inner entrepreneur, make the world a better place, and even make some extra money for yourself while doing so.
You’ve been presented with £1 and now is your chance to grow that money and make yourself a millionaire. You’ll meet people along the way who all have different approaches to money – you’ll meet risk-takers, money-savers, people who are nifty with numbers and business pros. Some of the advice will be good. Some not so good.
But financial advisor Emmanuel Asuquo will help you cut through the noise, give you the tools to make decisions that are right for you – and show how you could become a millionaire!
Questions and Answers About Money
Lara Bryan
Understanding money today is so much more than learning about notes and coins.
Where does money come from? Why do I have to save? What happens if I click BUY NOW?
Find answers to important money questions, and some silly ones too in this friendly and useful book.
Get to Know Money
Kalpana Fitzpatrick
Understand how money works with this jam-packed guide. Knowing the ins and outs of money is important, whether you’re trying to work out what to do with your pocket money, or if you dream of making millions on the stock market.
‘Money’ is filled with personal finance tips, such as how to save money, and how to grow it. Find out about bigger topics, too – like what the bank does with your savings, how taxes are spent, and how billions are made and moved around the globe.
Max Your Money
Larry Hayes
Broken into three key sections – Earn it, Grow it, and Use it, the book guides young readers through essential concepts relating to money which will help them become more financially astute and confident about money matters as they enter their teens.
Complex information is presented in bite-size chunks and with the use of engaging infographics and illustrations to ensure it is engaging and age appropriate throughout.
The book also explores the topic from a moral and philosophical perspective, offering the reader a holistic understanding on how to become a financially responsible person.
Why Money Matters
Deborah Meaden
What links potato mashers, piggy banks and PIN numbers? MONEY!
Explore the fascinating world of money and discover how it shapes the world we live in with Dragons’ Den investor and entrepreneur Deborah Meaden. When did we first use coins? What are some of the world’s most unusual jobs?
Find out all this and more – alongside accessible introductions to banks, taxes and pocket-money budgeting.
Cash is Queen: A Girl’s Guide to Securing, Spending and Stashing Cash
Davinia Tomlinson
Cash is Queen breaks down the basics of how young women of today can learn to understand and manage money – an empowering skill that will last them a lifetime.
The world’s first money book written exclusively for girls, Cash is Queen is designed to deliver the sophistication, practicality and fun guaranteed to appeal to today’s young woman.
With clear explanations and empowering text by experienced financial expert Davinia Tomlinson, you’ll learn that establishing a positive relationship with money as an adult must be cultivated in childhood.
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