⭐ YOUR FIRST ADVENTURE IN TREASURE TOWN AWAITS!
Meet the Money Mates.Big Adventures. Little Money Lessons. Feelings That Last a Lifetime.
What if learning about money could be just as magical as a child’s imagination?
Join Ari, Savee, Spendee, and Givo on a colorful adventure through Treasure Town, where saving, spending, and giving come to life. Along the way, young readers explore their feelings, practice thoughtful choices, and discover lessons families can talk about together.
Paperback $14.99 · Hardcover $24.99
Helping Young Readers Build a Healthy Relationship with Money
The First Money Mates Adventure.
A Magical Adventure With Lessons That Go Beyond Money.
When nine-year-old Ari receives $40 for his birthday, he has one big question: What should he do with it? That’s when three magical friends change everything!
Every money choice comes with a feeling. As Ari explores Treasure Town, young readers discover how to recognize their feelings, make thoughtful choices, and begin building a healthy relationship with money.
With his parents by his side, Ari shows families how learning about money can become something they do together.
The adventure continues beyond the story. Interactive activities at the end invite children to begin their own money adventure and help families turn storytime into meaningful conversations that can last a lifetime.
Saving. Spending. Giving. Learning together.
THREE FRIENDS. THREE SPECIAL LESSONS.
Meet the Friends
Behind the Adventure!
Every Money Mate has a unique personality and something important to share.
GUARDIAN OF GOALS
Savee
Money Lesson: Saving & Patience
Savee loves helping Ari dream big, practice patience, and discover the excitement of working toward a goal.
Saving and goal setting
GUARDIAN OF SMART SPENDING
Spendee
Money Lesson: Mindful Choices & Value
Spendee brings the fun while helping Ari explore needs, wants, and making thoughtful choices with money.
Spending and decision-making
GUARDIAN OF GENEROSITY
Givo
Money Lesson: Sharing & Generosity
Givo has a big heart and loves showing Ari how kindness, gratitude, and giving can make a difference.
⭐ Adventure Role: Community Hero
LITTLE READERS. BIG LIFE LESSONS.
Healthy Money Habits Start With
Everyday Conversations.
Children begin learning about money earlier than we might realize. They experience excitement when they receive birthday money, practice patience while saving for something special, and feel the joy of sharing with others. Ari Meets the Money Mates gives families a fun, approachable way to explore those moments together.
Saving With Purpose
Discovering how small steps and a little patience can help them reach a goal.
Spending Thoughtfully
Learning to recognize needs and wants while practicing decision-making.
Giving With Kindness
Exploring generosity, gratitude, and the joy of helping others.
Understanding Their Feelings
Recognizing the excitement, frustration, pride, and other emotions that can come with money choices.
Building Confidence
Feeling more comfortable asking questions, talking about money, and learning from everyday experiences.
And the best part? The conversations can continue long after the story ends.
The Story Is Just the Beginning.
From Treasure Town to
Your Everyday World.
The lessons Ari discovers can become part of your family's everyday conversations. After reading, you might ask your child:
How does it feel when you reach a goal you've worked toward?
Prompt 1: Patience and Goals
If you could save for anything, what would it be?
Every question creates an opportunity to listen, connect, and learn together.
Prompt 2: Smart Choices and Value
How do you decide what to spend your money on?
Listen to their ideas and explore everyday choices together.
Prompt 3: Sharing and Empathy
What's one way you could show generosity this week?
Small acts of kindness can be part of your family's everyday conversations.
BEHIND THE ADVENTURE.
Meet Kristina Vividor.
Kristina Vividor is the author and creator of The Money Mates. Through her work in financial education, Kristina has seen how money habits, emotions, and everyday decisions influence the way people approach their finances.
She created The Money Mates to help introduce those conversations earlier, giving young readers memorable characters and relatable stories that make learning about money feel natural and engaging. Her hope is that families will enjoy reading together, asking questions, and building healthy money habits one conversation at a time.
Her hope is that families will enjoy reading together, asking questions, and building healthy money habits one conversation at a time.
Kristina Vividor, Author & Educator
Kristina Vividor
Author & Mother of Two
WE'VE GOT ANSWERS
A Few Questions Before the Adventure?
Find answers about the book, available editions, and preorder details.
Have a question about a classroom bundle or community order? Reach out anytime at [email protected].
Who is this book for?
Young readers and the parents and caregivers reading with them. The recommended age range is being confirmed.
When will my preorder ship?
This is a preorder and will not ship immediately. Our goal is to ship preorders by November 24, 2026. This is a target ship-by date, not a guaranteed delivery date. We’ll email you proactively if the timing changes.
Can I order paperback or hardcover?
Yes! Paperback copies are $14.99 and hardcover copies are $24.99.
What is Ari Meets the Money Mates about?
It's the first book in The Money Mates series, following Ari as he explores Treasure Town and meets Savee, Spendee, and Givo. Young readers are introduced to saving, spending, giving, and emotional awareness around money.
Will the book be available in Spanish?
Spanish-language availability is being finalized.
YOUR ADVENTURE STARTS HERE
Let's Make Money Learning
an Adventure!
Bring the first Money Mates story home and start creating meaningful money conversations with your little reader.
Paperback $14.99 | Hardcover $24.99
Saving. Spending. Giving. Growing together.
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Guiding young minds on joyful financial adventures. Empowering future generations with confidence, generosity, and smart money habits.
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