The Power of the Penny [Hardcover]

Elaina Redmond (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 15, 2009 | Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up

Why can the Penny save America? THE POWER OF THE PENNY book empowers a child to build a life with civic values, financial literacy and philanthropy. This will keep alive the American dream for young citizens. For ages 6-12. Included are 10 activities for kids to take action to do good. Spiderman/Superman illustrator Scott Stewart draws exciting images of Abe Lincoln and the vision of the Founding Fathers, igniting a new generation of heroes. After reading this book, one will never see the penny the same way again! Included on the website is a free Penny toolkit to have your own PENNY PARTY!

Editorial Reviews

Review

Congressman Tim Ryan 17-OH says: Fantastic book! If every child read and applied the penny principles of Lincoln, it would transform our country into a more compassionate and confident light for the world. This book will assist in developing the inner resilience children need to cut their own path. If you're a parent, buy this book today and read it to your child tonight. ----Congressman Tim Ryan 17-OH Elaina Redmond's THE POWER OF THE PENNY is an instructive, interactive and colorful journey through our great nation's history and the depths of the human spirit. It's a wonderful introduction to the legacy of Abraham Lincoln and a gateway for kids to discover the world-changing power within themselves. In my 8 1/2 years in the book business, I haven't seen anything quite like it, and I can't think of a better way for kids and families to ring in the Lincoln Bicentennial. --MATT R. LOHR, Community Relations Manager, Barnes & Noble, The Grove, Los Angeles, CA

Elaina Redmond's THE POWER OF THE PENNY is an instructive, interactive and colorful journey through our great nation's history and the depths of the human spirit. It's a wonderful introduction to the legacy of Abraham Lincoln and a gateway for kids to discover the world-changing power within themselves. In my 8 1/2 years in the book business, I haven't seen anything quite like it, and I can't think of a better way for kids and families to ring in the Lincoln Bicentennial. --MATT R. LOHR, Community Relations Manager, Barnes & Noble, The Grove, Los Angeles, CA

Elaina Redmond's THE POWER OF THE PENNY is an instructive, interactive and colorful journey through our great nation's history and the depths of the human spirit. It's a wonderful introduction to the legacy of Abraham Lincoln and a gateway for kids to discover the world-changing power within themselves. In my 8 1/2 years in the book business, I haven't seen anything quite like it, and I can't think of a better way for kids and families to ring in the Lincoln Bicentennial. --MATT R. LOHR, Community Relations Manager, Barnes & Noble, The Grove, Los Angeles, CA

About the Author

Elaina Redmond grew up in New York State & Florida. At age 7, she had an epiphany in a school library and decided to be like Abraham Lincoln. She graduated with an Economics degree from Fordham University at Lincoln Center in NYC. Elaina then embarked on a creative path, which led her to produce, direct, write and act in a short film. Soon after, she heard an inner calling and dedicated eight years to writing. During this time, she wrote a poem about Lincoln and the penny, which is how this book came to be. Elaina lives in Los Angeles and is happy to be out of the writer's cave to share her passion about Abe Lincoln with a new generation of children.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Hardcover: 40 pages
• Publisher: Spencer Publishing; 1st edition (June 15, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0981551505
• ISBN-13: 978-0981551500
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 10.7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #688,878 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Elaina Redmond grew up in New York State and Florida. At age 7, she had an epiphany in a school library to be like Abraham Lincoln. She graduated with an Economics degree from Fordham University at Lincoln Center in NYC. Elaina then embarked on a creative path, which led her to produce, direct, write and act in a short film. Soon after, she heard an inner calling and dedicated the next eight years to writing. During this time, she wrote a poem about Lincoln and the penny's symbolism, which she then turned into a kid's book, The Power of the Penny. Elaina now lives in Los Angeles and is happy to be out of the writer's cave to share her passion about Abe Lincoln with a new generation of children.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Power of the Penny Review, December 18, 2009

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K. Ventrice "Karen Cioffi-Ventrice" (New York, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Power of the Penny (Hardcover)

The Power of the Penny is an amazingly illustrated children's book expounding a number of principles. Redmond cleverly examines the penny, the words inscribed on it, and the President whose picture is on it. This concept is powerful, yet simple - take the coin with the least monetary value and enlighten children to its true value.

Redmond demonstrates that the penny "holds deepest treasures within its true essence." The penny represents equality, freedom, honesty, the human spirit, faith, and spirituality. The author explores the words and phrases such as Liberty, In God We Trust, and E Pluribus Unum. She does this in great detail explaining what each means and the results they have in our lives today.

The Power of the Penny is a wonderful tool to help guide children and instill self-worth. And, more importantly, it shows that as one, an individual, we each have the power to make changes not only in ourselves, but in the world.

The book depicts Abraham Lincoln's life and values, and encourages children to follow Lincoln's lead and "be like Honest Abe, a hero and inspiration." What is especially useful about The Power of the Penny is that it provides activity pages that are thought provoking and prompt the readers to action:

"When you see the penny, think of it as the messenger of HOPE! Let it inspire possibility as you travel a Hero's journey; to build character, conquer fear and create your dreams."

"Develop yourself to be your best and stand strong as "One" from many."

"Learn and grow to shape and show how your choices help this world and this nation stand as a force for positive creation."

There are many other characteristics and values Redmond encourages children to pursue such as kindness, passion, honesty, wisdom, and happiness, all based on the value of the penny.

I highly recommend The Power of the Penny for 4th through 6th grades. It is a book that all children in these grades should read. It will hopefully instill those values that Redmond finds in the penny, and enlighten children to the possibilities all around them, as well as the power within them.

Karen Cioffi
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ultimately reaches out to guide readers to search deep within themselves to become heroes and heroines like Lincoln, October 19, 2009

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Power of the Penny (Hardcover)

"The Power of the Penny: Abraham Lincoln Inspires a Nation" begins with a poem inspired by the Abraham Lincoln penny, which ultimately reaches out to guide readers to search deep within themselves to become heroes and heroines like Lincoln, showing the values of kindness to others, practicing spirituality with humble honesty, remembering we are not alone, and using liberty to choose to live our lives to help create a better tomorrow. All this penny philosophy also suggests specific activities to promote growth, consideration and kindness towards others, acceptance of differences, honesty with yourself, accepting your pain and passion, and more. "The Power of the Penny" teaches more than Lincoln hero worship; it points to a whole way of living and growing into your best possible incarnation. Colorful pencil and ink illustrations keep the energy and the vision of "The Power of the Penny" overflowing. In an age of multimedia stimulation and distraction, "The Power of the Penny" works toward building good moral character, a powerful goal. "The Power of the Penny" is appropriate for elementary age children such as 6-11. Another side benefit of the promotion of "The Power of the Penny" is that Penny Wish Boxes are being placed in local establishments such as BOOK SOUP bookstore in Los Angeles as a tool for helping others. Patrons make a wish and put a penny in the box and the boxes are donated to charities or religious organizations of choice to bring hope for a better tomorrow.

5.0 out of 5 stars inportant moral lessons, May 24, 2009

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Marc J. Glasspiegel (los angeles, ca usa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Power of the Penny (Hardcover)

this book is a wonderful teaching tool,especially on the importance of integrity.it is more than a childrens book,it is a reminder for all ages on spiritual issues as well.i also enjoyed the illustrations..this is a must read.i reccomend this book to all parents and their children.