About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child starts asking big questions about money: "Why is it important?", "Where does it come from?", or "Why can't we just print more?". It's an excellent tool for capitalizing on a child's budding curiosity about the economy, perhaps sparked by an allowance or seeing you use a credit card. Eyewitness Money is a visual journey through the history of currency, from ancient bartering with shells to modern digital transactions. It demystifies a complex 'adult' topic, fueling a child's sense of wonder and building their confidence in understanding the world. With its stunning photography and bite-sized facts, it makes learning about economics exciting and accessible for readers aged 8 to 12.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book touches on the role of money in funding wars and its instability during times of conflict and economic collapse (e.g., hyperinflation in post-WWI Germany). This is presented in a factual, historical context with archival photographs. The approach is entirely secular and informational, without a narrative or emotional lens. There is no specific resolution, as it is a historical survey.
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