World Money
by Gerry Bailey and Felicia Law
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Pub Date Jul 01 2015 | Archive Date Feb 02 2017
Description
A Note From the Publisher
Advance Praise
World money is more than dollars, pesos, or yen. Instead, this entry in the How Money Works series takes a broader look at the global economy. It begins with bartering systems, the development of money, and early international trade routes. Accompanied by cartoon illustrations, color photographs, and charts, the accessible text continues with topics related to international banking and markets, such as currency exchange, imports and exports, trade balance, bill of exchange, and gold reserves. The authors add a human element by discussing ways to eliminate world poverty and third-world debt and increase fair trade and aid during global disasters. A thought-provoking conclusion encourages students to consider ways to de-emphasize money and wealth and create more equity and well-being around the world. Additional discussion questions provide great debate starters.
Booklist, October 2015
Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9781599537207 |
| PRICE | $21.95 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Heather B, Librarian
World Money gives a ton of great information, beginning with the history of money and continuing with how the world uses money in today's world. The book gives a decent breadth and depth, without being over kids' heads. In conjunction with the other books in the series, World Money will give students a thorough knowledge of money and economics in today's world.
Emily H, Librarian
It explains all of the concepts well without overcomplicating things or talking down to kids. It covered every topic that I can think of, and balanced pros and cons. It’s a great book!
Denise G, Librarian
The format of this book is very pleasing to the eye. Each page compels the reader to go on to the next. The information is factual, so students can easily understand the each new premise before moving on to the next.
Alyssa S, Librarian
**I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review. So here you go.**
A detailed overview of world economy and money. This was more in depth than my children are ready for, but dipping into the sections on different countries as we study them will be very useful.
The illustrations are light and interesting and, I know, have my 10-year-old laughing.
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