Money (Household History) [Hardcover]

Robert Young (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: Household History

Surveys the history, development, manufacture, and use of money in its various forms throughout the world.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-6-With full-color photographs and reproductions, useful diagrams and drawings, and lively texts, these titles heighten interest in and understanding about familiar items. Alphin provides a solid introduction to two household appliances, tracing their history, important technological developments, and roles in popular culture. Irons catches readers' interest with a magnified photograph of the parasites that can grow on wet laundry. Many little-known and interesting facts are shared along with plenty of visuals that illustrate changes in these devices through the years. Toasters also grabs attention by discussing and illustrating mold and yeast as they affect bread. Beginning with bartering, Young traces the history of money up to the present-day use of checks, credit cards, and electronic technology. He also discusses how the currency used in the U.S. is minted and measures intended to prevent counterfeiting. All of the books have helpful glossaries and indexes, as well as one or more engaging activities. These abundantly illustrated titles, excellent for doing research and reports, will fill a need in units on inventions and other social-science topics.
Stephani Hutchinson, Pioneer Elementary School, Sunnyside, WA
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Booklist

Gr. 3^-6. Another in the Household History series, this title covers money in its various forms, from coins to bartered goods. Topics include history, counterfeiting, and credit, and the last chapter even gives instructions for magic tricks to do with coins and bills. "Let's Make a Deal!" is typical of the headings, and the tone is perky, with lots of questions: "What if you have something to trade that nobody wants?" Betsy Maestro's Story of Money (1993) provides much of the same information in a more coherent writing style and a better-organized format, but some children will prefer this book's less picture-booky feel and its color photographs. Glossary. Susan Dove Lempke

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Hardcover: 48 pages
• Publisher: Carolrhoda Books (January 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1575050706
• ISBN-13: 978-1575050706
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,825,326 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Robert Young has had the honor and pleasure working as a classroom teacher in grades 2-8 for twenty-five years, an author of twenty-four books for children, and a writing consultant as well as visiting author to schools both nationally and internationally. Questions are a constant companion, and the books he writes are based on his many curiosities. The joys and challenges of working with words awaken him most every morning. Even holidays.

For more information about Robert and his work, visit his website and blog at www.realwriting.us where signed, print copies of his books are available.