Colorado Parks & Wildlife Research Library

The reader can help Jenny count her pennies--and nickels and dimes and quarters--as she saves the money to buy herself a very special present.

"Ruth Soukup is the very successful founder and writer of the popular blog Living Well, Spending Less. In this, her first book, she shares some of her own journey to finding the Good Life and also provides her readers with all the practical advice and real life help they need to give their family a truly abundant life on a realistic and healthy budget"--Provided by publisher.

The time to plan for any crisis is before it happens--from shake-ups in the stock market to the next oil crisis to fires, floods, and earthquakes. Planning for the unthinkable and making smart money moves before and during difficult times requires an in-depth understanding of the many aspects of life in which problems can strike, and this resource will show you what it takes to make it should these situations arise. This guide discusses how you should...

Examines frugality in the American consumer culture, discussing a historical overview of social programs, alternative movements, and mainstream institutions that promote economical spending habits, along with the distinction between cheapness and thriftiness, and related topics.

The New Frugality lays out how Americans have overspent--and offers a way out through consuming less and saving more--showing that living simply is not just living "cheaply." -- from publisher description

When you hear the word retirement, you probably don't imagine yourself scrambling to pay your bills in your golden years. But for too many Americans, that's the fate that awaits unless they take steps now to plan for the future. Whether you're twenty-five and starting your first job or fifty-five and watching the career clock start to wind down, today is the day to get serious about your retirement. In Retire Inspired, Chris Hogan teaches that retirement...

"This endearing text is an age-appropriate guide to saving money, full of relatable examples readers will connect with and adorable illustrations. Readers will learn the difference between needs and wants, motivating them to prioritize what they choose to buy. This practical text suggests ways for readers to save money without sacrificing fun. The playful narrative structure makes saving money feel like a game. Educators will appreciate the suggested...

After Grandpa gives Little Critter and his sister each a piggy bank, Little Critter has some lessons to learn about earning and saving money.

Offers young adults practical advice on opening their own bank accounts, including checking and savings, and making smart financial and investment decisions.

"Charming illustrations and a gentle narrative voice guide readers through responsible ways to handle money in this relatable text. Readers will respond to age-appropriate examples of spending money, such as enjoying a spontaneous lollipop, carefully saving up for concert tickets, or starting a meaningful charity. A helpful activity section provides suggestions for hands-on lessons to accompany the text, creating a fully immersive learning experience....