Personal Financial Literacy takes the essential principles of personal finance, as defined by national standards, and makes them accessible and applicable to today's students. The clear presentation and flexibility make Personal Financial Literacy the ideal resource for any type of class structure. It is designed to meet state and local standards for personal financial literacy education as defined by JumpStart and the National Business Education Association Standards. It was developed specifically for high-school students. Written to be engaging and accessible, the text captures student interest and drives mastery of the principles of personal finance. - Publisher.