Cohn, Jessica

"A series to build strong financial habits early on in life! How can I make money? What is inflation? What is the difference between a debit card and a credit card? Economics--and more specifically, money--play such a large role in our lives. Yet there are many mysteries and misconceptions surrounding the basic concepts of finance and smart money management. This A True Book series offers students the know-how they'll need to start on the road to financial literacy-a crucial skill for today's world. Interesting information is presented in a fun, friendly way--and in the simplest terms possible--which will enable students to build strong financial habits early on in life. Understanding how to make a budget, how credit cards work, and how to avoid scams are just three critical financial literacy skills that all kids should have. Did you know that the first credit card was introduced in 1950? Or that American consumers lost more than 5 billion to frauds in 2021? Learn all this and more in Spending Money--a book that gives kids the confidence and know-how they need to manage their finances.".

Explores the purpose and outcomes of Mars rover missions, explaining the first robotic vehicle missions to Mars, the missions of Curiosity and Perseverance, and what scientists are hoping to learn. Includes color photographs, a timeline, an activity, statistics, resources, and a glossary.

Introduces the missions of the Mars rovers, including what they study, what scientists have learned, and more.

Discusses a number of different types of trucks and what they are designed to do.

"Meet the gifted goat--one of the greatest climbers on four feet. Wild Life LOL! introduces young readers to some of the most amazing animals on the planet in a surprising and laugh-out-loud-funny way. Each book is brimming with colorful photos, bite-sized text, wacky facts, jokes, and riddles that will entertain every child who picks it up"--From the publisher's web site.

Profiles education and social services careers that can be achieved with an associate's degree, including teacher assistant, recreation worker, vocational education instructor, child care worker, and others, and provides guidance for career planning and success.

Using seven poems about choices, discusses how to understand poetry, its meanings, and the techniques that poets use to write them.

Looks at how people can help a variety of animals and outlines ways to take action, including raising money for animal charities, becoming a citizen scientist, and choosing a career in animal care.

Examines the environmental, social, and economic issues involved in the use of freshwater around the world.