Money Sense for Kids [Paperback]

Hollis Page Harman (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up

Updated with new illustrations showing new-issue currency, new information, and several new features, this popular title for older boys and girls tells the story of money.

• How and where is it printed?
• What do all those long numbers and special letters on currency mean?
• How are the newly designed bills improvements over the old ones?
• How can banks afford to pay interest?

Here too are questions and answers that have special meaning for kids. For example, how can boys and girls find savings programs designed especially for them? How can they establish their own bank account, write checks, and use an ATM card? How can kids learn about stocks—and even start to invest their own money? The author offers ideas on how kids can earn, save, budget, and invest money of their own. She also presents puzzles and games that focus on the theme of money. The book’s fascinating text is supplemented with two-color diagrams and illustrations on nearly every page. (Ages 8 and older)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 4-7–In this updated edition of her 1999 title (Barron's; o.p.), Harman once again presents a comprehensive guide. Part one introduces different types of U.S. currency including the symbols, material, and history of paper and coins. The author explains the complicated path that money takes from the mint to banks to the consumer. Part two focuses on how to obtain a social security number and the purpose in having one and suggests how to earn money. Part three introduces the concept of how to make it grow and suggests ways to invest in stocks and bonds. Clear, easy-to-follow exercises are provided for each chapter, e.g., dividing an allowance into three jars–"Now," "Short Term," and "Long Term." "Money Games" adds an element of fun and provides activities to be shared with an adult. A solid addition for recreational reading and for reports.–Kathleen A. Nester, Downingtown High Ninth Grade Center, PA
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Review

"Gr 4-7-In this updated edition of her 1999 title, Harman once again presents a comprehensive guide. Part one introduces different types of U.S. currency including the symbols, material, and history of paper and coins. The author explains the complicated path that money takes from the mint to banks to the consumer. Part two focuses on how to obtain a social security number and the purpose in having one and suggests how to earn money. Part three introduces the concept of how to make it grow and suggests ways to invest in stocks and bonds. Clear, easy-to-follow exercises are provided for each chapter, e.g., dividing an allowance into three jars- "Now," "Short Term," and "Long Term." "Money Games" adds an element of fun and provides activities to be shared with an adult. A solid addition for recreational reading and for reports."


—Kathleen A. Nester, School Library Journal, November 2004

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series; 2 edition (November 17, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764128949
• ISBN-13: 978-0764128943
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #37,824 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #6 in Books > Children's Books > Social Situations > Money
  • #9 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > Business & Money

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30 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I've never seen a better book about money for kids., October 21, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Money $Ense for Kids (Paperback)

I have to tell you I was so impressed with this book; I was practically quivering; I read the first 30 pages and I don't think I've ever seen anything better. I could take that book and teach with it for a year. It would serve as a base to go in just tons of directions: math, history, just everything. I was really impressed.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Author's thoughts, November 2, 2004

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Hollis Page Harman (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Money Sense for Kids (Paperback)

Moms, Dads, grandparents and kids have all sent me emails to the book's companion website, www.kidsfinance.com. I am delighted to have refreshed the first edition; this is the 2nd ed (2004). Revisit the book for updated features of our bills and coins, plus a comparison of the three major stock exchanges. In this edition we look at three different companies: eBay, Nike and Berkshire Hathaway. I encourage you to email your thoughts and questions; I look forward to hearing from you.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars PRACTICAL ADVICE & INFORMATIO, July 8, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Money $Ense for Kids (Paperback)

THIS EASILY UNDERSTANDABLE BOOK PROVIDES YOUNG READERS WITH ALL THEY NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAVINGS AND INVESTMENTS .

THE "RISK " ANALOGY TO BICYCLE RIDING IS READILY UNDERSTOOD BY ALL GENERATIONS.

THE EXPLANATION OF THE CURRENCY IS FASINATING AND ENTERTAINING