Cover of the book Gerard and the Credit Card

Gerard and the Credit Card

Gerard sees his mom using a credit card and thinks they are buying stuff for free

About this book

Gerard and the Credit Card is an intermediate readers book for children ages 5 to 9. Gerard sees his mom using a credit card and thinks they are buying stuff for free. This story is about Gerard learning the difference between cash, check, and credit card.

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
Length14 pages, 1095 words, 9 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 Gerard and the Credit Card with your child

Stories like Gerard and the Credit Card 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 Gerard and the Credit Card, readers find Financial Literacy. Gerard sees his mom using a credit card and thinks they are buying stuff for free. 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: “Once upon a time, a curious boy named Gerard lived in a cozy little neighborhood.”

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?

14 pages, 1095 words, 9 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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