Publisher’s Story Summary: Every dollar travels from person to person in a different way. Matt finds a dollar on his way home from school and uses it to buy shoelaces from Eric. Eric spends the dollar on bubble gum at the corner store. Jennifer, who happens to be the next customer, receives the dollar as part of her change.

A dollar bill is something we all see and use every day of our lives. But do we know how it's made? The meaning of the symbols that are shown on the front and back of the dollar? How long the average dollar stays in circulation?

In this fascinating and informative book, Barbara Johnston Adams weaves together a fictional narrative about the travels of a single dollar with facts and anecdotes that are sure to delight young readers

LESSON: THE GO-AROUND DOLLAR

Lesson 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

  Trade and Money