Examines the symbolic and material meaning of money, from shekels, shells, and beads to gold, silver, checks, and credit cards, and discusses how coins and banknotes are made, the value of money during wartime, and how to collect coins.

"Big Money aims to explain economic principles to middle-grade readers in a way that combines the weird and the meaningful, like Planet Money for kids. The book will be organized in seven chapters, each posing a general question and answering it through real-world examples to help readers explore the consequences of their everyday economic choices by connecting the dots between themselves and the larger economic and social systems around them"--

"Young readers are introduced to the concept of money in this informative text that is closely aligned to elementary math curriculum topics. Through vibrant, full-color photographs and simple language, early learners are given examples of various kinds of money, such as coins and bills. Readers are presented with various ways to arrive at the same amount of money, such as making $1 using only dimes, quarters, or pennies. Readers are able to strengthen...

"This is a kids book about money. Money is one of those things EVERYONE has to deal with in their life, but few of us have learned much about it. There may not be a more important topic for grownups to teach kids about than money. This book is a suitable way to introduce the topic to kids aged 5-9. It covers what money is, how to earn it, and how to use it wisely. Develop your child's financial skills in managing money including saving, budgeting...

"In this nonfiction teen book, "financial hype woman" Berna Anat explains all the stuff young adults need to know about personal finance, covering everything from how and why to make a budget, to understanding the inequalities of our economy and how to work to change them"--

Brian Cleary and Brian Gable bring their trademark sense of humor to the topic of money. Rhyming text and goofy cats introduce US coins and bills and demonstrate how to count using pennies, nickels, dimes, and more.

"Learn all about the marvelous world of money with this friendly guide. Find out why people think it is important, where it all goes, and how to make it! 'Get to know: Money' is filled with day-to-day tips on how to save, spend, and grow your money. It explores bigger topics, too, such as how banks work, global currencies, and the impact of money on mental health."--

"Introduces young readers to different types of money and how people can use it to buy goods and services"--

This Level 2 guided reader teaches how to count and classify coins and paper money and sort them into categories. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning how to identify and sort different forms of money.

"A financial expert sheds a light on a daunting subject, demystifying money for kids with a look at some wild and weird facts about what makes the world go round"--