| Great Books About "Spending Smarts"
 
Non-Fiction
Teen Consumer Smarts: Shop, Save, and Steer Clear of Scams (Teen Issues)  
by Francha Roffe Menhard 
This book talks about how to evaluate advertising, prepare for unexpected expenses, and avoid the dangers of credit-card debt. The "Buyer Beware" chapter explains several common scams as well as business operations that are legal but cost consumers more to use. 
 
Smart-Money Moves for Kids 
by Judith, Dr. Briles, Judith Briles 
Packed with games, quizzes, the stock market, collecting, buying cars, even planning a wedding, this book aims to make the money maze easier. It covers allowances, saving, spending, developing the entrepreneurial spirit, getting a job, using credit, leaving the nest and more. 
 
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