The Go-Around Dollar  by Barbara Johnston Adams
Four Winds Press
32 pages
ISBN 0-02-700031-1

Summary:
The story describes the journey of a one-dollar bill as it changes hands. Special information about our paper money is included on each page.

Concept: Trade and Money

Definition: People trade (exchange) with each other to get the goods and services they want. To make trade easier, people use money.

Comprehension Questions:

Where is the money of the United Stated produced? (Bureau of Engraving and Printing located in Washington, D. C.)

Where is the money first sent? (one of twelve Federal Reserve Banks)

How do people get the money? (The Federal Reserve Banks deliver the bills to local banks. Local banks distribute the money to people and businesses.)

What are dollar bills used for? (to buy goods and services, pay back money that was borrowed)

Explain how every bill is unique. (no two dollars have the same serial number)

Describe the official symbol of the U.S. found on every bill. (The Great Seal of the United States. Both sides of the Seal are shown - a circle showing a bald eagle, our national bird, and a pyramid, signifying strength and spiritual insight.)

Other Concepts: Producers, Consumers

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