The Dollar That Needed A Job

What would you do with twenty dollars?

When Ace earns $20 by helping Mr. G prepare for a neighborhood block party, he immediately wants to spend it on a bright red remote-control rover. Before Ace can make his purchase, Mr. G asks one important question:

"What job did you give that money?"

That simple question introduces Ace to the four jobs of money: Spend, Save, Give, and Grow. With Mr. G's guidance, Ace creates a plan that allows him to enjoy some of his money, save toward his goal, support his community, and use a portion to start a small lemonade business.

Along the way, young readers discover the difference between revenue, cost, and profit while learning a rule they can carry for life:

"Give every dollar a job before it disappears."

The Dollar That Needed a Job is the first book in The Little Legacy Builders series by Al Gordon. Written for first through third graders as a read-aloud or guided-reading experience, the book also includes a hands-on Money Mission, discussion questions, financial vocabulary, and a Level-Up lesson for older students.

Simple enough for young readers. Strong enough to start real conversations at any age.