life skills

In ancient times, people exchanged goods for other goods or services. However, bartering frequently grew complicated. People began using currency, or money, to put a value on a product. Learn about the history of money, why it has value, and the importance of managing your money.

Readers learn strategies for saving, calculating interest, planning for the future, and more.

"Life Skills includes practical advice and real-life examples that teach problem solving, how to make good decisions, and . . . communication skills. Kids will learn how to better understand themselves and others, as well as create coping strategies for difficult situations. This book is full of engaging activities, such as making your own decision trees, thinking about body language, and putting yourself in someone else's shoes, which will help kids on their journey to becoming active, engaged, and empowered citizens of the world"--Provided by publisher.

"... a charming collection of comics about an ambitious little sloth who'd rather just take it easy. With themes related to work, fitness, food, shopping, home life, and pets--this book shows that you're not the only sloth at heart."--Back cover.

Profiles forty-five girls who talk about their abilities to use power tools; gives instruction on how to use a variety of tools; and provides step-by-step instructions for thirteen building projects.

"Students learn more about how excellent critical thinking can help them succeed in the classroom, socially, and in their future careers! The title tackles this essential life skill in an age-appropriate and participatory way, drawing them into fun-filled 'investigations' of critical thinking skills illustrated to depict a realistic and relatable classroom situation. Critical Thinking invites readers to 'investigate' four story-centered scenarios related to listening, talking, body language, and writing. Title includes table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter"--From the publisher's web site.

"Cora June and her classmate, Wilson, are locked in a battle of wills. Each one desperately wants to be the ultimate decider. They scream at each other about whether to play dodge-ball or soccer at recess. They get into a tug of war over a popsicle. Each wants to dictate where to go on the next class trip! Can these two opinionated, wanna-be leaders compromise or agree to anything?"--Publisher provided.

"Twelve-year-old Clea wants to do her homework, follow instructions, pay attention in school, and play chess on the school team, but somehow she cannot focus on whatever is in front of her, and the other kids at school are starting to notice and make fun of her; when her worried parents take her to be tested she finds out that she has ADHD (only without the hyperactivity)--and with help from the psychiatrist who seems to really understand her she is determined to learn how to focus"--Provided by publisher.

Through a fun mix of in-game and hands-on projects, this book shows kids how to develop the building blocks of positive communication, listening skills, leadership and collaboration traits, emotional empathy, self-confidence and self-control, and how these skills can be used to play positively and build a better world.

"Twelve-year-old Clea wants to do her homework, follow instructions, pay attention in school, and play chess on the school team, but somehow she cannot focus on whatever is in front of her, and the other kids at school are starting to notice and make fun of her; when her worried parents take her to be tested she finds out that she has ADHD (only without the hyperactivity)--and with help from the psychiatrist who seems to really understand her she is determined to learn how to focus"--Provided by publisher.