Clive Thompson - Little Trot Learns to Save | Children's Book on Money & Saving | Ages 8-12

Introduce young readers to the crucial concepts of saving, profit, and banking with Little Trot Learns to Save, Book 1 in The Little Trot Series. This delightful adventure by Clive Thompson uses a fun narrative and colorful illustrations to engage children aged 8 to 12 in foundational financial literacy.

Even children who cannot yet read will enjoy following the expressive illustrations as Little Trot learns about managing money after selling vegetables at the market.

• Introduces the important concept of saving money in a fun and engaging way.
• Can be read independently or shared with an adult to explain key vocabulary.
• Features colorful and expressive illustrations suitable for pre-readers.
• Teaches about making a profit ($10 cost for seeds, $50 selling price).
• Explores concepts like bank accounts, interest, lending, and loan repayment through a story involving Foxy the banker and lazy goblins.
• Introduces 18 important financial terms simply and memorably.
• Part of The Little Trot Series; Book 2 covers inflation.

Readers are introduced to 18 financial terms:

• Bank, Bank Account, Banker, Bankrupt, Borrowing, Bust, Deposit, Diversification, Interest, Lending, Loan, Money, Profit, Repay, Safe, Saving, Vault, Withdraw

Little Trot dreams of buying a yellow, red, and blue car. Following Wise Old Stump's advice, he deposits his earnings at the Toy Town Trust Bank, where Foxy the banker promises to look after his savings and pay interest. However, Foxy lends the money to goblins who spend it without intending to repay, putting Little Trot's savings at risk.

• Author: Clive Thompson
• Series: The Little Trot Series (Book 1)
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 40 pages
• Reading Age: 8 - 12 years
• Dimensions: 216 x 3 x 216mm (or 21.59 x 0.25 x 21.59 cm)
• Item Weight: 132 g
• Publication Date: March 31, 2026
• ISBN 13: 979-8253437162
• Manufacturer: Independently published

This book is a perfect gift for curious young minds beginning their journey into understanding money and saving.