Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work
Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work
Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work
Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work
Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work
Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work
Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work
Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work
Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work

Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work

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📘 Lilly and May Learn Why Mom and Dad Work
Part of the Award-Winning Owning the Dash Children’s Financial Literacy Series

In this engaging, rhyming picture book, sisters Lilly and May are puzzled when their parents leave for work each day. Their mother gently explains how the money earned supports their family's needs—like food, clothing, and shelter—and contributes to community services through taxes. Through this heartfelt conversation, Lilly and May begin to understand the value of work and the importance of financial responsibility.

💡 Key Financial Concepts Covered:

  • Understanding the purpose of work and income

  • Basics of family budgeting and expenses

  • Introduction to taxes and community services

  • Appreciation for parental efforts and love

🏆 Accolades:

  • Mom's Choice Awards Gold Award Winner

  • Chanticleer Book Review

  • Readers' Favorite Reviews

  • Kirkus Reviews: "A straightforward and practical economic primer for young readers."

📦 Product Formats:

  • Hardcover – Durable and ideal for libraries or gifting

  • Paperback – Lightweight and perfect for everyday reading

  • eBook – Convenient digital format for on-the-go access

📚 Series Information:

This title is the second installment in the Owning the Dash series, which aims to teach children grades K-5 fundamental financial concepts through relatable stories and characters. Complementary resources, such as discussion questions and activity sheets, are available to enhance the learning experience.

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  • Returns: Unused items can be returned within 30 days of delivery. Preorders can be canceled before shipping. View full return policy →

🚚 Shipping

We currently ship within the United States.

📦 Free U.S. shipping is available on orders of $50 or more for financial literacy kits and select bundles.

Orders are typically processed within 2–3 business days. Once your order ships, you will receive a tracking number by email so you can follow your delivery.

Delivery times typically range from 3–7 business days, depending on your location.

At this time, we are not offering international shipping, but we hope to expand shipping options in the future.

🔄 Returns

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📚 Award‑Winning Storybooks That Teach

Each book brings core financial lessons to life through fun characters and stories kids love — building confidence with money concepts they’ll remember.

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🎲 Playful Learning with the Spending Shuffle Game

A hands‑on budgeting game that helps kids balance needs vs. wants, recognize spending traps, and grow money‑smart habits — great for family nights or classrooms.

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📘 Standards-Aligned Companion Curriculum

Standards-aligned companion lessons delivered digitally for instant access and easy printing. Designed to reinforce key financial literacy concepts introduced in the books and Spending Shuffle™ game—perfect for home, classroom, or workshop use.

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📝 Real Financial Activities. Real-World Learning.

Includes reflection questions, hands-on exercises, and interactive prompts delivered digitally and ready to print—helping children apply key financial concepts introduced in the books and Spending Shuffle™ game in fun, age-appropriate ways.

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🧠 Built‑In Activities for Every Book

Each picture book includes built-in discussion questions and companion digital resources, delivered instantly and ready to print—helping parents, teachers, and advisors transform storytime into powerful, real-world money lessons.

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🎁 Everything Comes in a Ready-to-Gift Box

Packaged in a bright, durable keepsake box, this kit makes the perfect gift for families, clients, schools, and community programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. All Owning the Dash books are designed to be read aloud and discussed together. Many families begin using them in Kindergarten or earlier with parent guidance.

Most Owning the Dash books are ideal for Ages 5–10 (Grades K–5). Younger children enjoy the storytelling and visuals, while older children engage more deeply with the financial lessons and discussion prompts.

Absolutely. Many teachers and homeschool families use Owning the Dash books as enrichment tools to introduce financial literacy concepts in an engaging, age-appropriate way.

Orders typically ship within 1–2 business days. You’ll receive tracking information as soon as your order is on its way.

Yes. Owning the Dash books and kits make meaningful gifts for birthdays, holidays, back-to-school, and milestone celebrations — combining storytelling with life-long financial lessons.

Owning the Dash was created by a Certified Financial Planner™ with over 20 years of experience helping families build financial confidence. The series was designed to make money conversations simple, engaging, and empowering for children.

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FREE FINANCIAL LITERACY RESOURCES

Download standards-aligned lesson plans, ready-to-print discussion guides, interactive classroom games, and step-by-step tutorials — all built around award-winning stories and designed to make financial literacy engaging and easy to teach.

Perfect for teachers, homeschool families, and youth programs