Priceless Facts about Money (Mellody on Money)
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As Oprah says on OprahDaily.com, "Financial expert Mellody Hobson wrote this children's book to encourage financial literacy, but I bet, like me, many adults will learn fun facts about money--such as where the word greenbacks came from." An instant New York Times bestseller! Mellody Hobson, barrier-breaking pioneer in the world of finance, demystifies money for kids with a look at some wild and weird facts about what makes the world go round. What is the meaning of all those symbols on US bills (and why are they so hard to counterfeit)? What's with people calling money "bacon" or "cheddar" or "smackeroonies"? With savvy and wit, financial expert Mellody Hobson sheds a friendly light on a daunting subject, from the meteorites that created the first mineral deposits to the ancient Maya who used chocolate as currency to the beginnings of the banking system itself. Readers learn about bartering, profit and loss, the origins of credit, ATMs, and even fun facts about money around the world. In her first children's book, Mellody Hobson brings excitement to the realm of financial literacy and gives kids the tools they need to navigate money now and in the future. Featuring energetic artwork by debut illustrator Caitlin Stevens, amusing skits starring a cat and bunny who converse in money idioms, and inserts depicting the author and her business partner as kids just learning how money works, Priceless Facts about Money is an inviting, entertaining, and richly educational resource for every child. Review: Very good. - Informative, well pitched book for children and interested adults. Review: Excellent History - Fun read very informative
| Best Sellers Rank | 103,094 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 51 in Children's Books on Money & Saving 3,140 in Early Learning for Children 6,176 in Children's Books on Growing Up & the Facts of Life |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 911 Reviews |
S**R
Very good.
Informative, well pitched book for children and interested adults.
I**I
Excellent History
Fun read very informative
L**0
Fun and Educational for Kids
Priceless Facts About Money is a great book for kids! It’s full of fun facts and easy-to-understand explanations about money and how it works. My child really enjoyed reading it and learning new things—both entertaining and educational!
L**A
Fun Easy to Understand Money Book
Oprah had Mellody on her podcast talking about her book, it's evolution and her life money's experiences. The facts are simple, concise and very informative. The illustrations are beautiful, colorful and very detailed. There were money facts that aren't talked bout or taught. This is book includes fun money facts for both children and adults alike to learn and appreciate. I especially enjoyed the History of of money, the different items that were used as currency throughout time, the real-life adventure examples of John and Mellody on trading/bartering, nicknames of money and the names of currency throughout the world.
M**S
Mellody Hobson is at the Forefront of Financial Literacy for all Ages
Mellody Hobson is at the forefront of financial literacy for ages biologically, and chronologically. This book will prepare children, teens, adults, and the elderly with the tools they need to understand, steward, and compound their money toward mastery over their finances. As a result, all have the potential to become financially free, and in turn help others that are in any need. Thank you, Mrs. Hobson.
S**H
Money! Money! Money! This book is on the money!
This book taught me things that I had no clue about! Mellody knocked this book out of the ball park! It’s written perfectly for children to enjoy and parents to learn! Bravo Mellody!
A**R
Good gift idea
Excellent buy, to teach kids about money and investment. I bought this for my 9 yr old niece who loves to read. Lovely diagrams/pictures and descriptions of concepts at the level the child can understand
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