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If you like what you see, visit us to learn more about all things money!

Escape from the Barter Islands

Why do we have money? Think about a dollar bill: If you’re hungry, you can’t eat it; in a rainstorm, it won't keep you dry. But you can trade it for an apple or an umbrella. If you lived in a world without money, how would you get the things you want and need?

Explore Money from Around the World

What tales can money tell? Learn about different cultures, journey through various landscapes, and meet heroes—all by examining a country’s currency. Find out which country’s money honors a great chess champion, which depicts the dangerous sport of land diving, which honors the nation’s diversity—and much more!

Discover Historic U.S. Currency

How has U.S. paper money changed? Throughout history, the nation’s currency has shown many historic people, places, and symbols. Learn about our past while discovering the artistry of our currency designs over the years.

Money Word Search

Money Word Search

Can you find all the money words? Test your skill on the Great Minds Think: A Kid's Guide to Money Wordsearch!

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Great Minds Think: A Kid’s Guide to Money

How can you make your own best decisions about money? It’s always the right time to learn more about financial decision making. This free, self-directed, and interactive book introduces concepts like earning, spending, and saving in an exciting and fun way!