This book succeeds in making complicated, abstract economic theories, practices, and processes not only accessible and comprehensible, but also highly relevant to young readers' lives. Using uncomplicated language and lots of illustrative examples-drawn from everyday life and typical youth experiences-the author explains exactly what inflation is, what its potentially positive and negative effects are, and how it can be controlled, coped with, or...

"Describes the premise of inflation and how it affects the economy"--

Even as having a higher education becomes increasingly essential in the job market, the costs associated with attending a post-secondary institution continue to rise, making the prospect of paying for college seem daunting. By examining and breaking down the various financing and aid options available, this practical volume allows students to accurately assess their financial situations and to develop strategies to finance a college education. Offering...

"Can Kyle sell ten boxes of candy in time to go on his club's camping trip?. . . readers will learn how to count their money and give the right amount of change"--Provided by publisher.

In May 2011, unbeknownst to his owner, Dozer slipped out of his yard in Highland, Maryland, enticed by the sight of people running past. The runners were participating in the Maryland Half Marathon, a race benefiting the University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center. Dozer joined the two thousand runners in the race, inspiring everyone along the thirteen-mile race course.

"How does inflation work? In the Econo-Graphics Jr. series, young readers will examine economy-related issues from many angles, all portrayed through visual elements. Income, budgeting, investing, supply and demand, global markets, inflation, and more are covered. Each book highlights pandemic-era impacts as well. Created with developing readers in mind, charts, graphs, maps, and infographics provide key content in an engaging and accessible way....

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"An engaging introduction to economics from world markets to personal finance."--

"Introduces concepts related to money, including loans, discounts, wages, stocks and bonds, and more."--

"Gas, groceries, and other things can become more expensive over time because of inflation. In response to rising prices, people may change how they shop or what they buy. And companies may have to pay employees more to keep up. Explore why inflation happens and how it affects people and businesses. It's a key current events topic made approachable for all!"--Provided by publisher.