Books About Earning Money · 86 titles considered

The Best Earning Money Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about earning money? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Earning Money

Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–10 · 2020

Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero

By Kelly J. Baptist · Isaiah Dunn series

A boy finds strength in his late father's journal, discovering poetry and hidden powers.

208 pages· 41,637 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 1,505 ratings
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Summary: Isaiah Dunn faces the challenge of stepping into his late father's shoes, managing a silent mother and a curious sister. With his friend Sneaky's schemes and classmate Angel's ideas, Isaiah navigates life's hurdles. His father's journal, filled with tales of a superhero fueled by beans and rice, becomes his guide. Can Isaiah find the strength within these stories to become the hero his family needs? Discover the journey of a ten-year-old boy learning to harness his inner power and resilience in a world that demands he grow up too soon.
Violet Mackerel's Brilliant Plot
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2010

Violet Mackerel's Brilliant Plot

By Anna Branford, Elanna Allen (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Violet Mackerel series

A clever girl devises an unusual plan to obtain a tiny treasure.

112 pages· 5,907 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 822 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Seven-year-old Violet Mackerel has a unique theory: finding small treasures sparks genius ideas. When she discovers a delicate china bird she longs for, Violet concocts an imaginative plan to make it hers. Her journey is filled with creativity and unexpected twists, promising laughter and charm. Will her unconventional methods succeed, or will they lead to delightful chaos? Join Violet in this heartwarming adventure as she navigates her world with wit and wonder.
Sam the Man & the Chicken Plan
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

Sam the Man & the Chicken Plan

By Frances O’Roark Dowell, Amy June Bates (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Sam the Man series

A boy's quest for cash leads to a surprising chicken venture.

128 pages· 10,584 words· Est. 2 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo·3.8/5 Goodreads · 194 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Seven-year-old Sam needs a job but can't mow lawns. When he starts watching a neighbor's chickens, he discovers a knack for business. As he earns money, he dreams of owning a chicken that lays blue eggs. Can Sam turn his small earnings into a clucking success and help his reclusive neighbor, Mr. Stockfish, along the way? Join Sam on his entrepreneurial adventure filled with unexpected twists and feathered friends.
Snipp, Snapp, Snurr and the Red Shoes
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1932

Snipp, Snapp, Snurr and the Red Shoes

By Maj Lindman · Snipp, Snapp, Snurr series

Three brothers set out to earn money for a special birthday present.

32 pages· 1,328 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
4.3 Goodreads · 139 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Snipp, Snapp and Snurr want to buy their mother a pair of red shoes for her birthday. To earn the money, Snipp paints a fence, Snapp sweeps a chimney and Snurr works in a flour mill. Nothing goes quite as planned, but Mother still gets a big surprise.
Flicka, Ricka, Dicka and the Strawberries
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1944

Flicka, Ricka, Dicka and the Strawberries

By Maj Lindman · Flicka, Ricka, Dicka series

Three sisters pick wild berries to earn money, then find a kinder use for it.

32 pages· 1,228 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
4.2 Goodreads · 215 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Mother promises to pay Flicka, Ricka and Dicka for every basket of wild strawberries they pick. On the way the triplets stop at a cottage where Mary and her family are kind but poor, with patched clothes and no milk. After helping Mother turn the berries into jam, the girls decide how to spend their earnings so they can help their new friends.
PAWS: Mindy Makes Some Space
Graphic Nov.
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$2184
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

PAWS: Mindy Makes Some Space

By Nathan Fairbairn, Michele Assarasakorn (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Paws series

Mindy's world shifts as her mom dates and a new student threatens her friendships.

176 pages· 9,885 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 1,321 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Mindy Park's dog-walking business is thriving, but her personal life is in turmoil. Her mom's new boyfriend and a new student, Hazel, threaten her sense of belonging. As Mindy struggles with sharing her mom and her friends, she must confront her fears. Can she embrace change without losing what she holds dear? Discover how Mindy navigates friendship, family, and unexpected challenges in this heartwarming tale.
Target: Earth
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2020

Target: Earth

By Johnny Marciano, Emily Chenoweth, Robb Mommaerts (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat series

An alien cat plots world domination with zombie squirrels. Can his human friend stop him?

224 pages· 21,855 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 205 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Klawde, an exiled alien emperor cat, sets his sights on conquering Earth with an army of zombie squirrels. Meanwhile, Raj, his human friend, is focused on earning money for a virtual-reality headset. As Klawde's schemes unfold, Raj's entrepreneurial dreams collide with his pet's sinister plans. Can Raj manage his business and thwart Klawde's ambitions, or will he become entangled in the chaos? Discover the hilarious and unexpected friendship between a boy and his power-hungry feline in this illustrated adventure filled with twists and strange squirrel behavior.
New from Here
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

New from Here

By Kelly Yang

A boy battles racism and family separation during the pandemic.

368 pages· 64,419 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 4,869 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: Knox Wei-Evans faces a whirlwind move from Hong Kong to California as the coronavirus spreads. Separated from his dad and labeled as a virus carrier at school, Knox must navigate prejudice and uncertainty. With his mom's job loss and the family's future in limbo, can Knox find his place and keep his family united across oceans? In a world of fear and division, Knox's journey is one of courage and resilience.
Dog's Best Friend
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$1348
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2016

Dog's Best Friend

By James Patterson, Chris Tebbetts, Jomike Tejido (Illustrator) · Book #8 in the Middle School series

Middle schooler Rafe's dog-walking empire faces chaos when twins sabotage his business.

256 pages· 25,458 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 1,693 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Rafe Khatchadorian's middle school life takes a turn when he spots his grandmother at a soup kitchen. To help, he starts a dog-walking business that quickly grows. But chaos ensues when two mischievous twins sabotage his flyers and steal his clients, igniting the Great Dog War. As if that weren't enough, his sister Georgia skips a grade, landing in all his classes. Can Rafe navigate these challenges and save his business, or will his plans unravel? Dive into this hilarious adventure to find out!
Charlie Joe Jackson's Guide to Making Money
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2013

Charlie Joe Jackson's Guide to Making Money

By Tommy Greenwald, J.P. Coovert (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Charlie Joe Jackson series

A boy schemes to earn money with minimal effort, leading to unexpected chaos.

224 pages· 31,175 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 362 ratings
$10.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: Charlie Joe's allowance isn't enough for the must-have Botman gadget. Determined to earn money with minimal effort, he concocts a wild plan: hosting a fake bar mitzvah. But as chaos unfolds, Charlie Joe learns that easy money is harder than it seems. Will his scheme succeed, or will it all come crashing down?
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Earning Money Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about earning money for preschool and elementary-age readers.

The Babe & I
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$799

The Babe & I

Ages 4–7 · 1999

Two boys find hope and teamwork with Babe Ruth during the Great Depression.

Yikes! Bikes!
#7 in Series
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$599

Yikes! Bikes!

Ages 5–7 · 2006

Freddy must learn to ride a bike to outpace a bully in a charity race.

Dirt Cheap
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Dirt Cheap

Ages 4–7 · 2020

A young girl turns dirt into dollars to buy a soccer ball. Will her plan succeed?

Sally Jean, the Bicycle Queen
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$1799

Sally Jean, the Bicycle Queen

Ages 5–8 · 2006

Outgrowing her bike, a young girl must find a way to ride again and help a friend in need.

Arthur's TV Trouble
Series
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$1695

Arthur's TV Trouble

Ages 4–8 · 1995

Arthur's quest for the perfect gift spirals into chaos. Can he overcome the hurdles?

Little Shaq
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$799

Little Shaq

Ages 5–7 · 2015

Two cousins work together to start a gardening business and learn valuable lessons about teamwork and responsibility

Lemonade in Winter
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$1899

Lemonade in Winter

Ages 3–7 · 2012

Can a winter lemonade stand succeed against the odds?

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Earning Money Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about earning money for developing and independent readers.

Dear Dumb Diary, Deluxe
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$1299

Dear Dumb Diary, Deluxe

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Middle schoolers scheme to get rich with a food idea. Will it succeed?

Hat Trick
#4 in Series
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$799

Hat Trick

Ages 8–12 · 2015

Can Devin juggle a new team, friendships, and saving a soccer program?

Kat Wolfe Investigates
Series
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$1699

Kat Wolfe Investigates

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A pet-sitting gig leads Kat into a dangerous mystery involving a vanished parrot owner.

Bad Babysitter
#19 in Series
Graphic Nov.
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$699

Bad Babysitter

Ages 7–10 · 2015

A young mouse named Babymouse tries her hand at babysitting and learns valuable lessons about responsibility and friendship.

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