banks and banking

Contains 250 definitions of words associated with money and banking.

Text and photographs describe checking and savings accounts and the various ways that people use their money.

Presents a description of the responsibilities and qualifications necessary for a career in banking and finance, and explores such fields as accountant, bank manager, economist, investment banker, insurance broker, stockbroker, and more.

Explains what banks are, the activities they perform, and the role they play in the community.

Offers an understandable explanation of the complex banking system and how to prevent unreasonable risk.

Explores the specific issue of the banking crisis through a wide range of highly respected expert opinions in a unique pro-con format. Promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking.

Explains the concepts behind money, discussing such topics as how it gets its value, how people bought things before it existed, how inflation and deflation work, and what banks do.

An illustrated introduction to banking, with examples of savings, an explanation of the FDIC and earning interest, and more.

Introduces the purpose and functioning of banks, including information on checking accounts, ATMs, debit cards, and reading a bank statement.

Briefly describes how money and its value are protected by banks, guards, and budgets.