12 real characters · 3 collections
Where real characters teach children about money
Pawnomics turns 12 real characters (6 ferrets, 2 cats and 4 dogs) into gentle financial stories. Watercolor illustrations, bilingual from day one, aligned to US education standards.
Not fiction. These are real characters.
Pawnomics is built on a true foundation: 12 real characters from the life of the author (6 ferrets, 2 cats and 4 dogs) turned into bilingual books that teach children about money.
Each character preserves the personality, colors and spirit of the real animal. Every financial concept is wrapped in a story children want to read again and again. Aligned to JumpStart, CEE, CCSS Math and CASEL SEL standards.
Real Characters
Every character is a real animal from the author's life. Their authenticity is the emotional core.
3 Collections
Ages 4-7, 6-9 and 8-12. Cognitive progression from remembering to creating.
Fully Inclusive
UDL principles, IEP/504 templates, WCAG 2.2 AA. Designed for every learner from day one.
Collection 1 · Book 1 · Ages 4-7
Eliseo and the First Coins
"Everything was new for Eliseo. The white ferret with pink eyes looked at the shiny round things on the table. 'What are these?' he asked. 'That's money,' said Gaia. 'And today you'll learn what it's for.'"
Our Collection
Why real animals, not invented characters
Every character in Pawnomics is a real animal from the author's life. This is not a random design choice. It is the emotional core of the entire collection.
Why real animals
Authentic emotional connection
Children sense when something is genuine. Real animals with real personalities create trust and empathy that invented characters cannot replicate.
Each personality is unique
Eliseo's curiosity, Baco's impulsiveness, Boston's patience. These are not stereotypes. They are observed behaviors from real animals that children recognize and connect with.
Stories rooted in truth
When a child asks "is this real?" the answer is yes. That honesty builds the foundation for every financial lesson that follows.
What children learn
Financial foundations
What money is, where it comes from, how to save it, when to spend it. Concepts introduced gently through stories, not lectures.
Critical thinking and decision making
Children learn to compare, prioritize, plan and make choices. Athenea teaches strategy, Baco teaches impulse control, Boston teaches patience.
Empathy and social skills
Understanding others, managing emotions, working as a team. Every story builds emotional intelligence alongside financial literacy.
The first inclusive financial collection for children
Designed for every learner
Pawnomics is the first collection of inclusive financial books for children with special needs: Down syndrome, autism, Asperger's, cerebral palsy type 1, visual impairment and blindness.
UDL principles from page one
Every book follows Universal Design for Learning principles. IEP and 504 accommodation templates included. Pre and post tests for every disability type.
No child left out
Large print, braille-compatible layouts, high contrast illustrations, simplified language options and audio companions. Because financial literacy belongs to everyone.
20% of every sale goes to FEBAGAIA
We believe animals deserve the same care they give us. That is why 20% of every Pawnomics book sale is donated to the FEBAGAIA Foundation, supporting animal welfare and education initiatives.
Visit FEBAGAIA.comOur Philosophy
Financial literacy begins with a story
Children don't learn about money from spreadsheets. They learn from stories: watching Eliseo discover his first coin, Baco learning that impulses pass, Boston waiting patiently for the perfect moment. We build understanding through narrative, not instruction.
Real Characters First
Every character is a real animal. Their authentic personalities make the financial lessons stick.
5 Frameworks Aligned
JumpStart, CEE, CCSS Math, CASEL SEL and Bloom's Taxonomy. Every book mapped.
Bilingual Always
Every book in Spanish and English. Financial literacy has no borders.
Neuroinclusive
UDL principles, IEP/504 templates. Down syndrome, autism, CP, low vision, all considered from page one.
Why families and schools choose Pawnomics
12 real characters. Aligned to US education standards. Designed for every learner.
For Families
Real Emotional Connection
Children bond with real characters, not invented ones. The stories feel true.
Read in Your Language
Every book is fully bilingual. Read in Spanish, English, or both.
Ages 4 to 12
Three collections that grow with your child, from first coins to personal financial plans.
For Educators
Standards-Aligned
Mapped to JumpStart, CEE, CCSS Math and CASEL SEL. Every book, every concept.
IEP/504 Ready
Copy-paste accommodation templates for every disability type. Pre/post-tests included.
22+ State Mandates
Meets financial literacy requirements in states with active K-12 mandates.
