Books for Kids & Teens that are Great for Teaching about Money

I absolutely love using literature as a method for teaching kids and teens about money. When kids become engaged and intrigued by a story, you have a starting point for excellent conversations. Focusing the conversations on the money concepts embedded in the story can make abstract financial topics more relevant to the kids. Here are some of my favorites.

For Young Readers:
Alexander Who used to be Rich Last Sunday by Judith Viorst 

Olivia opens a Lemonade Stand adapted by Kama Einhorn  

The Berenstain Bears Trouble with Money by Jan and Stan Berenstain

Zela Wela Kids by Nancy Phillips

Readers ages 9+

Ramona and her Father by Beverly Cleary  

Lunch Money by Andrew Clements 

On the Banks of Plum Creek by Laura Ingalls Wilder 

Henry and the Paper Route by Beverly Cleary
Double Fudge by Judy Blume
Mr. Popper's Penguins by Richard and Florence Atwater
From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg 

For Teen Readers:
Money Hungry by Sharon G. Flake

Make Lemonade by Virginia Euwer Wolff
My Life in Pink and Green by Lisa Greenwald

I always recommend that parents read the books first to make sure you approve of the messages in the books.  This is especially true for the books for teens. Read my descriptions of Money Hungry, Make Lemonade and My Life in Pink and Green.

What are your favorite books for kids and teens that can teach about money?  I would love to expand our list.  Please share in the comments below.  Happy reading!