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Amusement Park Series

It costs $100 to visit the Six Wags Amusement Park. Thrifty and Fritter must earn and save their money throughout the summer. Each chapter of the series teaches an important financial literacy concept while students have fun “helping” Thrifty and Fritter achieve their goal and enjoy a fun-filled day at the Amusement Park!

Thrifty and Fritter Amusement Park Series #1: Fun Park Funds

Visiting a theme park is a fun way to pass time. The rides bring thrills and chills while the shows keep us entertained! But a day at the park can put a serious dent in your pocketbook as entry fees … Continue reading

Thrifty and Fritter Amusement Park Series #2: Wants and Needs

It’s never too early to begin teaching youngsters about basic economics, the importance of spending or saving money wisely, and the significant difference between things we want and things we truly need. This issue helps children learn that goods and … Continue reading

Thrifty and Fritter Amusement Park Series #3: Saving Money

It makes sense to save cents—and dollars! Thrifty and Fritter—two finance savvy pups—guide budding financiers through the benefits of growing a savings account. Using money to make money is a smart way to put your dollars and cents to work … Continue reading

Thrifty and Fritter Amusement Park Series #4: Earning Money

Meet Thrifty and Fritter—two money-minded hounds with an entrepreneurial spirit! Determined to save money, Thrifty and Fritter think of creative ways to generate cash and watch their savings grow! Your young economist will be introduced to age-appropriate business ideas they … Continue reading

Thrifty and Fritter Amusement Park Series #5. Fritter’s Saving Success

Fritter the Thrifty Pooch demonstrates to young financiers that saving a little money at a time can add up to big goals in the future. Learning the difference between “wants” and “needs” helps students understand that some things are worth … Continue reading

Thrifty and Fritter Amusement Park Series #6: Close to Goal

Fritter the Pup hosts this edition focused on helping young entrepreneurs discover personal financial power. This clever pooch—who’s saving for a trip to an amusement park—will inspire learners to become earners! Discover ways to turn time into money, then watch … Continue reading

Thrifty and Fritter Amusement Park Series #7: Refreshing Change

Figuring out the U.S. money system is a life skill that can plant the see in young entrepreneurs to become money earners and managers. Being a responsible money manager means wisely saving and spending both the largest bills and the … Continue reading

Thrifty and Fritter Amusement Park Series #8: He Did It!

Time to celebrate with Wags at the Six Wags Amusement Park—a theme park that’s all about our four-pawed friends. Learn to manage money wisely as you create a spending plan to budget the $100.00 Wags saved for his great adventure. … Continue reading