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Gr 5 Up—At first glance, this title appears to be a guide to budgeting and spending money wisely, but upon closer inspection, readers will discover this work to be an overview of the history of money—from the exchange of goods and services to the current economic climate. The introduction includes famous quotes from the film Cabaret, the Bible, and Henry Ford as well as a brief overview of the Enron scandal, all in a s...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Scott presents a history of money--from the barter system to today's world of finance--in her easy-to-understand narrative. Additional topics covered in...Log In or Sign Up to Read More