This is a great unique book!  It teaches shopping skills, and about marketing, and value.  There are thought provoking questions in boxes on many pages.  The end of the story teaches a bit about advertising, and has a project for the reader.

The story is fun, and something most kids could identify with.  The font is bold, and easy to read.

I liked how it covered a broad range of shopping options, and how the boy found the best one for him.  Fun way to talk about budgeting.