From stocks and shares to supply and demand, tiny tots will discover just how simple economics can be.
Lily wants a new bike. And a new raincoat. And ice cream. But how many of these things does she need? As Lily and her dad drive around town, Lily soon discovers that wants and needs are different things. She picks out which things people have to have. She might even remind her dad that he doesn't need root beer!
In this classroom favorite, a resourceful chicken enlists her farm friends to get a coveted hat from Scarecrow. A delightful circular tale and fall read-aloud! "Great for storytelling, with big beautiful pictures for a topper." ―Kirkus Reviews Chicken really admires Scarecrow's hat. Scarecrow would gladly trade his hat for a walking stick to rest his tired arms. Chicken doesn't have a w…
What do we want? What do we need? Explore the difference between these two categories in this book about basic economics.
This title takes a simple look at the difference between wants and needs with relation to clothes. Clothing is a basic need, but do we really need all the clothes we have?
Americans are consuming more than ever--and creating more waste. The waste stream can be managed with landfills, incinerators, or recycling, but reducing waste by being a smart consumer is the best solution.