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Economics for Kids: Why Does Money Get Messy? - Lessons from Fables & Fairy Tales
What can The Fox and the Grapes teach us about money?
In Book 13 of the Economics for Kids: Lessons from Fables & Fairy Tales series, young readers explore the unexpected twists of money, decision-making, and financial choices through the classic fable The Fox and the Grapes!
This fun and engaging book helps children understand key financial concepts like interest rates, sunk costs, and smart money habits-all through an easy-to-follow story that makes learning exciting and relatable.
What's Inside?
¿ Interest Rates & Borrowing: Learn how changes in interest rates affect spending, saving, and borrowing-just like the Fox's decision to chase (or give up on) the grapes!
¿ Sunk Costs & Smart Choices: Ever held onto something too long just because you've invested time or money? The Fox faces a similar challenge, teaching kids why knowing when to walk away is an important financial skill.
¿ Economic Lessons Made Fun: The relatable fable, engaging illustrations, and real-life examples make financial literacy easy for kids.
¿ Building Smart Financial Habits: Teaches children to think critically about spending, decision-making, and opportunity costs.
¿ Perfect for Young Learners: Simple storytelling makes economic concepts fun and digestible for kids aged 7-12.
¿¿¿¿ Who Should Read This?
¿ Kids (Ages 7-12) learning about money and smart financial habits
¿ Parents who want to introduce financial literacy through storytelling
¿ Teachers & Educators looking for engaging classroom resources
¿ Homeschooling Families interested in interactive economics lessons
By blending fables with financial wisdom, Why Does Money Get Messy? helps young readers develop smart money habits, understand economic decisions, and build financial confidence.
Ready to make sense of messy money? Let's start reading today!
About the author
Dr. Helen Hoang holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the Australian National University and three master's degrees in Economic Policy, Business Administration, and Development Studies. As an experienced data analyst and economist, she provides strategic consulting on economic policy, business development, and research, and has led workshops worldwide on economics, personal growth, and entrepreneurship.Guided by her love for her son, Dr. Hoang founded MBA Kids to inspire the next generation with essential skills in economics, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial thinking. She is the author of Economics for Kids (CBR Edition): Volumes 1 and 2 and Economics for Kids (Global Edition): Volumes 1 and 2, core titles in the MBA Kids program that empower children to make thoughtful decisions and develop innovative mindsets for a brighter future.
