Contents Chapter 1 PAID TO WORK page 4 Chapter 2 MAKING A PROFIT page 12 Chapter 3 OTHER INCOME SOURCES page 20 Chapter 4 INCOME TAXES page 28 Top Ten Things to Know 37 Glossary 38 Learn More about Money 39 Index 40
Chapter 1 PAID TO WORK You can earn money in many ways Working at a job is one way The money you earn from a job is called income Many different jobs are available Each job needs different skills Adults can choose jobs based on their skills Helping out at a garage sale is one way kids can earn money What is the money you earn from a job called
Accountants have strong math skills Artists see things in exciting new ways Doctors are experts in the human body Kids can find jobs that fit their skills too Are you good with numbers Maybe you could handle money at a garage sale Are you creative You could make bracelets to sell Do you love animals Try dog walking WALKING DOGS NOT ONLY GIVES YOU EXTRA SPENDING MONEY BUT ALSO FRESH AIR AND EXERCISE