Helen Rushworth / James Minter
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
Kálamo Books
Librería Perelló (Valencia)
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Donde los libros
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
Suitable for girls and boys aged 7 to 9Parents take care of their children’s financial needs until they leave education, but from then on a child needs to be independent financially. It’s therefore crucial that children understand money and how to manage it. In this story there is a lot going on in Billy’s life at school and at home-all of which have a financial costs. The school is looking to introduce tablet computers, and wants parents to make a donation, and there is a new football team being set up requiring new kit and boots. At home Billy’s granddad is facing a medical operation, and he’s coming to convalesce with Billy’s family. Jacko, Billy’s dog has as accident, as has Billy’s father. So extra household bills, plus vet bills, and a new car, all have to be paid for. Billy wants a new skateboard but finds out he cannot have everything all the same time without earning, and saving, his own money.Billy Wants It All is the seventh title in the Billy Growing Up series. Each book addresses a unique topic—bullying, arrogant pride, jealousy, lying, stealing, lack of self-belief, understanding money, and secrets. Written to help parents, guardians and teachers deal with the issues that challenge pre-teen children; each topic is presented in a gentle way through storytelling. Setting the issues in a meaningful context helps children to understand the challenges, and to see things from a different perspective. The books act as icebreakers allowing for discussions of difficult subjects. Additionally, each title is supported by a free activity book to reinforce the learning, while having fun.Buying this book today will assist your child in appreciating the value of money, where money comes from and why they cannot have everything they ask for.
