Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1 -- What’s In This For You ?
When it comes to making money in the stock market, time is the best tool for maximizing profit. Why you should start now.

Chapter 2- Stock Market 101
Take a brief and Street Wise tour of investing basics to learn what you need to get going.

Chapter 3 - Stock Picking 102
Now that you’ve mastered the basics, practice the finer points of stock picking, reading a ticker, finding your investing style and more.

Chapter 4 -- The Nuts and Bolts of Buying Stocks
There’s nothing like investing real money in stocks to get your attention. Here are some strategies for buying and selling successfully.

Chapter 5 -- "I Remember My First Stock"
Financial notables talk about their early investment successes and mistakes and the lessons they learned from their first market moves.

Chapter 6 -- Mutual Respect: Funds
What are the pros and cons of investing in mutual funds? Which funds are especially kid-friendly? Also, a kid’s fund manager talks about his strategies.

Chapter 7 -- Bear Wrestling
If you’re into investing for the long haul, someday you’ll face a bear market -- a sustained market slide. Advice on dealing with the downside.

Chapter 8 --- Joining the Club
Investment clubs are a terrific way to learn more about investing, meet kids with similar interests and maybe even make some money. Here’s how to start one.

Chapter 9 --- Trading Games
Investing contests get the competitive juices flowing, and the prizes aren’t bad either. Check out some of the most popular stock market games and learn some winners’ tips. Also: can you replicate success in stock market games?

Chapter 10 Navigating the Internet and other Resources
Take a look at some fabulous resources, including Web sites run by teens and others managed by financial firms..

Chapter 11 Making A Living on Wall Street
If you’re really hooked, you may be considering a career in the financial world. Here is a guide to getting started.