Editorial Review

The Child’s World is a premier publishing of fiction and non-fiction book books for children. One of their newest Stride series, ‘The World of Money’ is a twelve volume series on the various aspects and elements of money and finance for children ages 8-11 and includes: https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9044 ‘Bartering’ by Janie Havemeyer (9791503894587, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Describing the practice of bartering, of special note is the introduction explaining how bartering is used by children in the cafeteria at school. The remaining chapters detail the history of bartering in ancient societies, the benefits and drawbacks of bartering, and how people still barter for goods and services today. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9018 ‘Budgets’ by Ib Larsen (9791503894327, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Describing ways to budget money, ‘Budgets’ begins with an introduction showing how kids can save their allowance over time to purchase a new toy or treat for themselves. The remaining chapters detail the difference between wants and needs, as well as how to track income and expenses in day-to-day life. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9017 ‘How Money is Created’ by Ib Larsen (9791503894310, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Living up to its titles, ‘How Money is Created’ describes how money is physical created in the form of currency. An introduction explains the process of how dollar bills are made in the United States, as well as the government departments responsible for making currency. The remaining chapters detail the history and value of money around the world. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9024 ‘Cryptocurrency’ by Hilary Margitch (9791503894389, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Describes the concept of cryptocurrency. An introduction explains the basics of cryptocurrency and how it works. The remaining chapters detail the benefits and drawbacks of using cryptocurrency, as well as examples of how cryptocurrency is used today. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9021 ‘Investing’ by Ib Larsen (9791503894358, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) ‘Investing’ describes the importance of investing money, starting with an introduction that accessibly explains how the stock market is used to help people and businesses invest. The remaining chapters detail different types of investments people can make and the benefits and drawbacks of investing. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9022 ‘Banks and Credit Unions’ by Miles Herman (9791503894365, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Describing the functions of banks and credit unions, there is an introduction explaining how banks have evolved throughout time and why people still use banks today. The remaining chapters detail the services that banks and credit unions provide, as well as how they can keep money safe. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9023 ‘Ways to Pay’ by Catherine Ipcizade (9791503894372, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Describing all the different ways people can pay for goods and services with money, ‘Ways to Pay’ begins with an introduction explaining the history of how early people paid for goods and services before bills and coins were created. The remaining chapters detail the many ways people can pay for things today, including with physical money, debit and credit cards, and banking apps. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9042 ‘Starting a Business’ by Ann M. Staats (9791503894563, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Describes the process of opening a business. An introduction explains how kids can start businesses of their own. The remaining chapters detail how to brainstorm, prepare, operate, and market goods or services through a business. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9019 ‘Interest’ by Catherine St. John (9781503894334, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Describes the concept of interest. An introduction explains how interest works over time and how percentages are used to determine interest rates. The remaining chapters detail different kinds of interest and the ways in which interest can be both good and bad. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9020 ‘Saving’ by Ib Larsen (9781503894341, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Describes the importance of saving money. An introduction explains how it is never too early to learn how to save money. The remaining chapters detail the benefits of saving money, as well as explaining helpful methods of building a savings habit. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9043 ‘Jobs and Careers’ by Ib Larsen (9781503894570, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Describes how people work in order to make money. An introduction explains how people get a job or career, as well as how they are paid for the work they do. The remaining chapters detail different types of jobs, the level of training people may need for those jobs, and how people decide on a career. https://www.childsworld.com/shop/show/9041 ‘Taxes’ by Ib Larsen (9781503894556, $32.79, Library Binding, 24pp) Describes the history and purpose of taxes. An introduction explains how money from taxes can benefit the well-being of a community. The remaining chapters detail the history of taxes in society, as well as how taxes work in the United States. Critique: The twelve outstanding titles in ‘The World of Money’ series teach essential information to young people in the modern world. With each individual volume, there are vivid images and a helpful diagram to aid in comprehension. Additional features with each title includes a table of contents, sidebars, a phonetic glossary, fast facts, critical-thinking questions, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research. Thoroughly ‘reader friendly’ in organization and presentation, ‘The World of Money’ series from the Child’s World Inc. is especially and unreservedly recommended for home schooling parents as well as elementary school, middle school, and community library Money and Finance collections for young readers.