Cover of the book Dave Learns to Save

Dave Learns to Save

Dave wants a new bike but his parents won't pay for it

About this book

Dave Learns to Save is an intermediate readers book for children ages 5 to 9. Dave wants a new bike but his parents won't pay for it. Can he save enough money to get what he wants? A real human voice reads the story while the words are highlighted one by one on screen.

Book details

Book typeRead Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures.
AuthorSippi S.
Ages7 to 9 years, also 5 to 7 years
GradeGrade 3
Reading levelLevel 3, Intermediate Readers
Length13 pages, 900 words, 7 minutes
CategoriesStory Time, Financial Literacy
Interactive featuresYes or No activity
LanguageEnglish

Where you can read this book

Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Yes or No activity in the Reading and Math app.

Get the Reading and Math App

Read Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.

Get the Read Along App

Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.

Why read Dave Learns to Save with your child

Stories like Dave Learns to Save work best when they are shared. Read it aloud, let your child follow the words, and stop to talk about the characters and what they do. The Financial Literacy setting gives you plenty to discuss. Ask your child what they would do in the same situation. It is a simple way to turn reading time into conversation time, and to help your child think about the story.

Talk about it together

Inside the book

In Dave Learns to Save, readers find Financial Literacy. Dave wants a new bike but his parents won't pay for it. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.

Children gain a feel for Financial Literacy and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.

From the book: “Dave was a third-grader who loved to buy new toys and games.”

Frequently asked questions

What ages is this book for?

Ages 5 to 9 years, at Grade 3 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).

Is the book narrated?

Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.

Which apps carry this book?

Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Yes or No activity is a Reading and Math app feature.

How long is the book?

13 pages, 900 words, 7 minutes

Does this book have a quiz or activity?

Yes. It has the Yes or No activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.

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