Get Your Bag: Books on Money

Dearest Bookworms,

There is a certain kind of financial freedom that comes with being a teenager: no financial obligations means all your money becomes disposable income! But there is no harm in upping your financial literacy game, so that when you are ready, you can start saving, spending, investing and more importantly understanding your money and how to make it work for you. 

1. Money for adulting : fun tips and financial tricks for teens by Michelle Hung You don't have to work on Wall Street to know that money is essential! Learn how to handle it responsibly-and how to make it work for you. Let this teen investing book be your guide to money matters ranging from the difference between stocks and bonds to ways to research potential investments. Soon enough you'll be throwing around terms like dividend and liquidity like a finance professional
2. Jobs and taxes : a teen guide to earning money by Jennifer Sanderson Having a job and paying taxes go hand-in-hand, and both are essential financial literacy tools. This book shows teenagers how to earn money and navigate the taxes they may have to pay. Learn why earning income as a teenager can be the start of a path to financial freedom. Teens will discover practical ways to make money and strategies for using it wisely, along with the basics of paying taxes. The foundational financial literacy tools covered in this book will empower readers to grow their earning potential and manage taxes confidently into adulthood.
3. Budgeting : a teen guide to managing money by Sarah Eason Budgeting is the cornerstone of financial literacy. This book shows teenagers how to create and manage a budget in order to control their money and achieve their life goals. This book from the Money Matters series explains why budgeting is important and how it leads to financial freedom. Teens will learn how to build a budget and explore different budgeting styles to find the one that fits them best. They will also discover how to use technology for budgeting and tracking, how to open a bank account, and how to carry their budgeting skills confidently into adulthood--from budgeting for college to using a budget to achieve long-term financial goals such as buying a home or saving for a car or vacation. "Mastering Money" sidebars provide important insights into budgeting, such as using a budget to help resist impulse buying. "Get Financially Fit" features provide top budgeting tips from financial experts. Each chapter recaps key information covered so far, so readers can reinforce their newly learned budgeting skills.
4. Saving : a teen guide to saving for the future by Sarah Eason Saving unlocks the door to big dreams and financial freedom! This empowering guide helps teens take charge of their money, set smart goals, and grow their savings with confidence. From building a solid savings plan to discovering the magic of compound interest, readers will learn how to make their money work for them. With tips on tracking progress, opening savings accounts, and reaching future milestones, this book turns saving into a powerful, goal-crushing habit teens can carry into adulthood.
5. Loans and credit : a teen guide to borrowing by Jennifer Sanderson Managing debt and credit is a vital part of financial literacy. This book teaches teenagers how to understand loans, navigate credit, and use these tools to their advantage. It breaks down how loans and credit work, explains their benefits when used wisely, and offers strategies for borrowing without falling into debt. Teens learn how to build smart credit habits and carry those skills confidently into adulthood.

Happy Reading!

Sincerly,

Your Friendly Neighborhood Librarian

Katrina