SLJ Series Made Simple Review of Personal Finance: Need to Know

This series delivers straightforward financial information to readers. Topics covered include credit scores, interest rates, budgeting, and saving. The author relates each subject to a real-life money situation, such as saving for a computer or investing birthday money.

The books feature full-page photos and sidebars. Each title concludes with a review page that has key words, comprehension questions, a critical-thinking question, and test-taking strategies. There is also a glossary, index, and list of further reading.

Verdict: This series does a serviceable job introducing financial topics to readers. An additional selection.