Reviewed by Kim Bush

Michelle Parini and Charles F. WilliamsThe War on Terror is unlikely to have a formal end, which presents unique challenges concerning the detention of suspected terrorists. Here, the authors look at three key cases involving enemy combatants.111Book Review

S. Kay Gandy Increased testing is forcing schools to prioritize reading and math, and very little funding is available for social studies. This creative teacher offers a variety of suggestions for teaching in the economically challenged classroom.

C. Frederick RisingerThough our educational system does little to prepare students to be intelligent consumers, the internet provides innovative educators with a wealth of information and resources. 98

Mary Suiter and Bonnie T. MeszarosFinancial education in the early grades can establish the basis for wise saving and spending habits that will serve students throughout their lives. 96Surfing the Net

National Council on Economic EducationStudents learn how mutual funds work by forming a class investment club and observing the changes in their stock value over time.92

National Council on Economic EducationIn this lesson, students learn how quickly credit card balances can grow and how long it can take to pay them off; they also learn some sensible ways to use credit. 85

Mark C. Schug and William C. WoodEven people of modest means, such as teachers, can build wealth over time if they adhere to certain simple strategies.Lesson Plans80

Jane S. LopusBy tapping into students’ curiosity about the stock market, teachers can motivate them to learn many important personal finance concepts.74

John S. MortonTo improve the weak presence of personal finance education in our schools, we must establish its home within the economics curriculum. 70