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World Money
by Gerry Bailey and Felicia Law
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Pub Date
Jul 01 2015
| Archive Date
Feb 02 2017
Description
Money flows around the world as countries buy and sell from each other. It looks different, has different names, and different values. So how do we really know what money is? Can we trust it? Discusses foreign currency exchange, international trade, world wealth and world poverty in an easy to understand, accessible manner. Chapters include information on the World Bank, International Monetary Fund, The G7 and various charitable organizations throughout the world. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, websites and books for further information, and discussion questions.
Money flows around the world as countries buy and sell from each other. It looks different, has different names, and different values. So how do we really know what money is? Can we trust it?...
Description
Money flows around the world as countries buy and sell from each other. It looks different, has different names, and different values. So how do we really know what money is? Can we trust it? Discusses foreign currency exchange, international trade, world wealth and world poverty in an easy to understand, accessible manner. Chapters include information on the World Bank, International Monetary Fund, The G7 and various charitable organizations throughout the world. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, websites and books for further information, and discussion questions.
A Note From the Publisher
As of January 1st, now available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook! The How Money Works series gives an in depth, yet easy to understand look at how economic systems work. From understanding personal finance to global trade, How Money Works provides insight to and appreciation for financial literacy. Topics in the series include personal, family, country, and world finance.
As of January 1st, now available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook! The How Money Works series gives an in depth, yet easy to understand look at how economic systems work. From understanding...
A Note From the Publisher
As of January 1st, now available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook! The How Money Works series gives an in depth, yet easy to understand look at how economic systems work. From understanding personal finance to global trade, How Money Works provides insight to and appreciation for financial literacy. Topics in the series include personal, family, country, and world finance.
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
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...
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)
|
Additional Information
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Hardcover |
| ISBN |
9781599537207 |
| PRICE |
$21.95 (USD)
|
Average rating from 9 members
Featured Reviews
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.
Karen S, Educator
World Money is a fascinating and interesting book to help children understand monetary concepts. Its a definite must for Social Studies educators. It breaks things down so students can understand the concepts and learn to apply them quickly and easily.
Featured Reviews
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.
Karen S, Educator
World Money is a fascinating and interesting book to help children understand monetary concepts. Its a definite must for Social Studies educators. It breaks things down so students can understand the concepts and learn to apply them quickly and easily.
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