Money and Trade
What's the Big Idea? A History of the Ideas That Shape Our World
Reading Level: 6
Interest Level: 6-8
This book explores how throughout time societies have switched from basic bartering and trading to using money to exchange items of value. Topics such as the origins of trade and Europe?s trade routes will be touched upon and will provide readers with the tools necessary for further studying this topic. Readers will also learn about how these things have influenced modern trading in this digitally connected age. Money and trade are two aspects of daily life that are universal and this topic provides a basis for learning more about economics and what makes certain societies unique in their economic status.
