Books with title Money Math

Do you ever wonder what makes money valuable? Have you visited another country and noticed how different the money looks? This book looks at the history of money, how it has changed throughout history, and the many different kinds of currency. Open the pages of this book to learn: what people used to pay for things before using money, why some U.S. coins have ridges around the edges, and what makes each and every dollar bill special.

The credit crunch has highlighted the need for all of us to be more financially aware. How does our economy work and why are national debt levels rising? What do young people need to know about spending and saving, opening bank accounts, planning for the future and budgeting? This book looks at the UK economy and explores how to manage personal finances. The information comes from a variety of sources, including government reports and statistics, newspapers and magazine articles, surveys and polls, academic research and literature from charities and lobby groups; articles have been tailored to an 11 to 14 age group. Additionally, at the end of each chapter are two pages of activities relating to the articles and issues raised in that chapter.