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Today, 93% of teenagers say that money skills are extremely important for achieving their financial goals and living their best lives. Yet, most schools don’t offer classes in Financial Literacy, which creates an enormous gap in our educational system that requires our immediate attention. The solution is The Ultimate Money Skills Handbook for Teens and the Financial Independence Ladder!

Have you saved money for that new car you want? Do you wonder why your friends have money, and you don’t? Are you worried that you won’t have money saved for college? Looking around at our world, you see inflation, debt, and craziness. As a teen or young adult, did your education teach you what you need to navigate this world of finance and investing? Probably not. Sure, you can watch videos on investing your money, but everything seems contradictory and confusing.

"Personal Finance for Teenagers" is an engaging and comprehensive guide designed to equip young adults with essential financial skills. Recognizing that 93% of parents acknowledge the importance of financial literacy for achieving life goals, yet many teens receive no formal education in this area, this book fills a critical gap in practical knowledge.

Feeling it's too adult-ish to start thinking about finance? Think again. This book isn't a dull economics textbook. It's your friendly guide through the world of money, tailored just for a teen like you. It's about making informed choices now, so you're not stuck with I wish I knew moments later. It breaks down complex financial concepts into bite-sized, easy-to-digest information. Whether you're saving up for a car, managing your first paycheck, or just trying to make sense of taxes, this book is your personal finance mentor.

Money is such a huge part of our lives, so learning how to make it work best for YOU is a crucial skill. Knowledge is power! Whether you want to earn money, save money, set goals, or set up and grow a business, Deborah will be your personal guide, demystifying the world of finance, and sharing the knowledge and insights that have made her one of the UK’s most successful entrepreneurs.

Are you ready for a simple way to invest in your future? This comprehensive guide becomes your indispensable companion in a world where financial literacy is crucial. This book, aimed at teens yet invaluable for anyone seeking financial wisdom, provides practical insights and strategies for navigating the complexities of modern finance. Discover the power of developing intelligent financial habits early on and learn how to leverage growth strategies to secure a solid financial future for yourself and your loved ones.

Arm your teen with the ultimate guide to financial independence–and watch them master money management quickly, even without prior knowledge.

Macbeth is one of Shakespeare's great tragedies, and in this study guide we analyse the key meanings and subtleties within the play. We discuss the main protagonists, the key themes and the context and break down the core scenes so that you have all the necessary facts and arguments at your disposal. Written by Catherine Hartley and Stella Vassiliou, both of whom have master's degrees in English literature from Cambridge and Oxford Universities respectively.

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Feminists Don't Wear Pink (and Other Lies) curated and read by Scarlett Curtis with a cast of fierce women. We asked 52 women: what does the F word mean to you? The result is extraordinary. Curated by journalist and activist Scarlett Curtis, with incredible pieces by Emma Watson, Zoe Sugg, Keira Knightley, Gemma Arterton, Bridget Jones (by Helen Fielding), Saoirse Ronan, Liv Little, Dolly Alderton, Karen Gillan, Alicia Garza, Jameela Jamil, Kat Dennings, Nimco Ali, Beanie Feldstein, Olivia Perez, Amika George, Evanna Lynch, Akilah Hughes and others.

With Paul Noble’s simple, relaxed approach you will learn in a way that suits you – without having to memorise long lists of words you won’t use; scribbling notes as you listen; or feeling frustrated. Instead, Paul will introduce you to the basics of the Spanish language and guide you through 2 hours of everyday essentials that are practical, fun, and applicable. Just listen, interact, and learn wherever you are.

Covering diversity and equality, globalization, human rights, modern urban living and the role of work and institutions, The Sociology Book looks at the big questions of how we cooperate: What is society? What makes it tick? Why do we interact in the way that we do with our friends, co-workers, and rivals?

The significance of what occurred in Germany during our period of study needs no exaggeration. This GCSE series on Germany 1919-1945 really brings alive all the main themes that are required for your History GCSE course, giving you an in-depth knowledge of all the main points, including the establishment of the Weimar Republic, the problems faced by the Weimar Republic from 1919-1923, its recovery from those problems and, finally, the Third Reich.

In John Steinbeck's classic novella, we see two friends working through the farmlands in California during the time of the Great Depression. In this study guide for GCSE, we examine Of Mice and Men in detail, looking at the myriad of themes involved, the key characters, its context, the structure and the setting as well as giving a detailed step-by-step guide to each chapter, so you can easily follow the book and to prepare you for your exams.

Robert Louis Stevenson's classic, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, sometimes known more simply as Jekyll and Hyde, has enthralled and horrified listeners for over a century, so much so that the novella has impacted our natural language, with the phrase Jekyll and Hyde coming to mean a person who is vastly different in moral character from one situation to the next. It is a classic to study for GCSE and is full of complexities that need to be understood.

If it weren't for the 57 bus, Sasha and Richard never would have met. Both were high school students from Oakland, California, one of the most diverse cities in the country, but they inhabited different worlds. Sasha, a white teen, lived in the middle-class foothills and attended a small private school. Richard, a black teen, lived in the crime-plagued flatlands and attended a large public one. Each day, their paths overlapped for a mere eight minutes. But, one afternoon, on the bus ride home from school, a single reckless act left Sasha severely burned.

Minamoto Yoshitsune should not have been a samurai. But his story is legend in this real-life saga. This epic warrior tale may sound like a novel, but this is the true story of the greatest samurai in Japanese history. When Yoshitsune was just a baby, his father went to war with a rival samurai family - and lost. His father was killed, his mother captured, and his surviving half-brother banished. Yoshitsune was sent away to live in a monastery. Skinny, small, and unskilled in the warrior arts, he nevertheless escaped and learned the ways of the samurai.

You’re never too young to learn the language of money… and the lessons that his rich dad taught Robert. Like it or not, money is a part of our everyday lives and the more we understand it, the better the chance that we can learn to have our money work hard for us - instead of working hard for money all our lives. That starts with learning the language of money. This book, created from the international bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad, shares Robert’s inspiring person story but teaches how to make smart choices.

A short, essential introduction to Black British history. When did Africans first come to Britain? Who are the well-dressed Black children in Georgian paintings? Why did the American Civil War disrupt the Industrial Revolution? These and many other questions are answered in this essential introduction to 1800 years of the Black British history: from the Roman Africans who guarded Hadrian’s Wall right up to the present day.

At School with Dyslexia helps students realise their potential, and that their often creative and innovative ways of seeing and learning can be used to their advantage. It opens up ways of learning and organising themselves that had not occurred to them before, and the reassuring tips and advice from fellow dyslexic learners in every chapter convinces them that they are capable, and it is possible to study and achieve as a dyslexic learner.

The Pimsleur method: the easiest, fastest way to learn Spanish. Completely portable, easily downloadable, and lots of fun. You’ll be speaking and understanding in no time flat! Pimsleur makes learning easy with: 30-minute core lessons you can take anywhere, or do at home with Alexa, sync progress across devices, stream lessons or download to use in offline mode, individual progress tracking for one main account holder and up to three additional household members, and car mode for easy driving and learning.