About This Book
This engaging nonfiction chapter book takes young readers on a journey through the history and curious facts surrounding money. From ancient forms of currency, like coins shaped like hams, to the intricacies of modern bills and the challenges of counterfeiting, Barbara Seuling presents information in an accessible and entertaining way. It's perfect for sparking curiosity about economics and history, making learning about financial concepts enjoyable for elementary-aged children.
Money may make the world go around, but whose money is it, where did it come from, and whose idea was it? You will get your money's worth in this book full of facts about coins, bills, counterfeiting, and other interesting money topics.
Discussion Prompts
1
What's the strangest form of money you can imagine, and why would people use it?
2
Why do you think people started using money instead of just trading things?
3
If you could design a new coin or bill, what would it look like and what would it represent?
4
What are some ways we can protect our money from being counterfeited or stolen?
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