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Think Like a Mathematician

Alex Woolf (author) David Broadbent (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039652316

Do you enjoy playing around with numbers and shapes? You may want to become a mathematician. Mathematicians train their brains to think in a logical way to look for patterns. With the help of the ideas in this book, you can start to think like a mathematician too.

Global Financial Crisis

Philip Steele (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427117687

This important title tackles the complex events that led up to the global financial crisis and recession of 2007 onward. Readers will weave their way through the differing causes and effects of the crisis and are encouraged to come to their own conclusions about global economic theories, the effects of globalization, and the income inequality between the wealthiest 1% and the rest of the population. Using case studies, debate sidebars, and critical-thinking questions, Global Financial Crisis offers perspectives on past and current economic situations, ultimately addressing the question: Is the current economic climate fair and stable, or are the world's economies heading for another crash?

Scale Models: Making a Miniature Masterpiece

David Jefferis (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427121363

Scale models are usually built as accurate miniatures of real objects such as vehicles, buildings, and even people. This awesome introduction to model making explains the mathematics of scale, and the difference between building from a kit and building from scratch. Tips on painting, scoring, cementing, and weathering help build fine-motor skills. Young readers are encouraged to build patience, concentration, perseverance, and problem-solving.

Money for Your Life: Invest in Your Financial Future

Diane Dakers (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427118776

Building the skills now to make smart money decisions throughout your lifetime is a sure way to secure your financial future. This inspiring guide encourages young readers to be financially literate for life and to look past today to their financial futures. Readers will learn that financial decisions can have a long-term impact on their lives and that it's important to learn how to manage risks and debt. Using the tips and concepts they have learned, readers will be given the opportunity to practice financial planning for the future.

It Doesn't Grow on Trees: Sources of Income

Diane Dakers (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427118752

Readers learn about making, saving, and borrowing money in this illuminating guide for young people on how to manage the money they earn. Helpful examples get readers thinking about how they plan to earn income in the future. Clear text helps them understand relevant concepts such as income tax, interest, and the positive and negative effects of making investments and borrowing money for large purchases.

The Bottom Line: Money Basics

Diane Dakers (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427118745

The basic concepts of financial literacy are explored in this important book for young people. Relevant and accessible terms and real-world examples teach readers about financial responsibility and how to think critically about their wants and needs. Financial planning strategies are discussed and opportunities to practice activities, such as budgeting and record keeping, are provided.

Getting Your Money's Worth: Making Smart Financial Choices

Diane Dakers (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427118769

This important title helps young readers build the skills to make smart choices when spending and saving their money. Realistic examples provide an understanding of the outcomes of spending using different means such as cash or credit. Readers will learn about the benefits of saving money, the various ways to do it, and how a bank manages money. Essential concepts such as credit reports and cost of living are introduced.

Dream Jobs in Math

Colin Hynson (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427118615

This title explores some of the amazing careers available in the field of mathematics—and they're not just limited to the classroom! From helping athletes gain a competitive edge to helping eradicate hunger around the world, readers may be surprised to learn what exciting careers math can lead to.

What is Supply and Demand?

Paul Challen (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427163738

The concept of supply and demand is made easy in this fascinating new title! Look inside What is Supply and Demand? and learn the ins and outs of this fundamental concept of economics.

What is Insurance?

Carolyn Andrews (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427163721

Insurance is all around usat home, at work, in the caracting as a safety net in our daily lives. Look inside What is Insurance? to learn all about this fascinating and essential part of modern living.

How do Mortgages, Loans, and Credit Work?

Paul Challen (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427163707

The business of borrowing is the cornerstone of an economy. How do Mortgages, Loans, and Credit Work? explains clearly the different kinds of financial borrowing and their uses.

What Are Taxes?

Baron Bedesky (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778789703

This is a volume designed to inform children what taxes are and why they are needed. Emphasis is placed on how taxes provide the funds needed to keep governments running, from local to federal levels. Young readers will understand how taxes are used to dissuade people from buying some items, such as cigarettes and gas-guzzling vehicles. Attractive color images help de-mystify this fascinating and important aspect of government.

What is Scarcity of Resources?

Jessica Cohn (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778789697

This book describes resources to younger readers, including capital resources and natural resources. Emphasis is placed on how most resources are of limited supply, so producers and consumers must make choices when things they want or need become scarce. An impressive array of full-color images enhances the reading experience.

What Are Goods and Services?

Carolyn Andrews (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778789680

Children are consumers, too, though they often do not realize it. This strikingly illustrated book helps youngsters understand the concepts of goods and services so that they recognize their role in the cycle of commerce. Readers will examine various jobs to understand where goods are made or services are provided. The concepts of producers and consumers are also carefully explained in a manner children will understand and enjoy.

What is Trade?

Carolyn Andrews (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778789710

This book carefully explains how countries around the world engage in trade. Whether it is a detailed description of how countries negotiate trade agreements, how countries use tariffs to make buyers want to buy locally produced goods, or the extremes of using trade embargoes as political tools, this book provides essential information with plenty of full-color images to help explain the basics of trade in a global economy.

What's the Plan?

Natalie Hyde (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778798033

It is essential that scientists design a plan to ensure their experiments are conducted accurately and safely. Readers will learn how to gather materials, and create a step-by-step procedure to test their hypothesis. Readers will become familiar with controls and variables in a scientific setting.

What's the Problem?

Kylie Burns (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778798040

Science engages a curious mind. Questions can come from practically anywhere. Readers will learn why scientists ask questions and how to develop meaningful questions to help guide their scientific experiments.

What Just Happened?

Paul Challen (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778798002

Science never stops-even when the experiment is complete. Now is the time to make sense of your data. This title teaches young scientists how to analyze, interpret, and communicate the results of their data.

What's Going On?

Kylie Burns (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778798019

Sharpen your pencils and put on your goggles! It's time to see science in action! This book helps readers hone their observation and recording skills during an experiment. Students will learn how to effectively collect and record data in a journal, as well as organizing data using graphs, charts, and diagrams.

What's Going to Happen?

Paul Challen (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778798026

Sometimes a hunch isn't enough. Learn how scientists make educated guesses called hypotheses to test their theories. A hypothesis is the foundation of the scientific method. Readers will learn how to construct a measurable and focused hypothesis to test in an experiment.

What Do We Know Now?

Robin Johnson (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778797999

Science was meant to be shared with others. Scientists must now determine whether or not the data supports their hypothesis. This book illustrates fun and interesting ways in which to report your results, from a science fair demonstration to a written report. Readers are also encouraged to use their results as a springboard for further experimentation.