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- Pennies, worthless?
- 4-8 Years
- 10.4" x 8.6" Hardcover
- 32 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Concepts
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About the Book
"Pennies, worthless? Non-cents! Hot off the minting press, Penny feels like a million bucks. But as other coins and bills are spent while she sits forgotten, she begins to doubt her value. She is too small to slot-surf with Quarter. Even penny candy sells for a dime! Refusing to be short-changed, she sets out to find her purpose at any cost"--Book Synopsis
Pennies, worthless? Non-cents!
Hot off the minting press, Penny feels like a million bucks. But as other coins and bills are spent while she sits forgotten, she begins to doubt her value. She is too small to slot-surf with Quarter. Even penny candy sells for a dime! Refusing to be short-changed, she sets out to find her purpose at any cost. Readers will laugh at a wealth of money puns, learn a basic lesson on US currency, and discover that self-worth is truly priceless.Review Quotes
"A perfect opportunity to discuss the difference between mere purchasing power and real value." -- Booklist
"Filled with clever and chucklesome wordplay, Wilson's spry narrative is engaging but also educational, providing a solid, accessible introduction to basic money equivalents." -- Kirkus Reviews"Highly appropriate for mathematics lessons, this tale will make children chuckle while teaching them about coins and dollar bills [...] A lighthearted introduction to the monetary and sentimental value of American currency, with a subtext on the hidden value of less measurable sums." -- School Library Journal
About the Author
Kimberly Wilson is a children's author who is always on the lookout for lucky pennies and believes wishes do come true. She studied creative writing in college and has since taken countless workshops/classes/webinars/etc. to improve her craft. Kimberly lives in North Carolina with her husband and their two daughters. This is her debut picture book.
Mark Hoffmann is a college professor as well as a children's book illustrator. He has a BFA in illustration from RISD and an MFA in visual design from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth. Mark has written and/or illustrated many children's books, including Dirt Cheap (Penguin Random House). He lives in Salem, New Hampshire.Dimensions (Overall): 10.4 Inches (H) x 8.6 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)
Weight: .9 Pounds
Suggested Age: 4-8 Years
Number of Pages: 32
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Concepts
Publisher: Page Street Kids
Format: Hardcover
Author: Kimberly Wilson
Language: English
Street Date: April 19, 2022
TCIN: 83981751
UPC: 9781645674689
Item Number (DPCI): 247-06-4539
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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5.0 out of 5 stars with 2 reviews
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Tons of puns and wordplay -- PLUS it teaches about $$!
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RGLevington - 2 years ago
A super fun story about a little penny searching for her sense of self-worth in the big world, where she is perceived as “worthless.” Tons of puns and wordplay, and great illustrations by Mark Hoffmann come together in a fast-paced, energetic romp around town through the eyes of a little penny. Plus, fabulous money math back matter and fun facts about pennies! This one is well WORTH a read!
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AD - 2 years ago
Who knew a penny could be so adorable and admirable. A Penny's Worthy follows penny as she discovers just how times have changed and what a penny can - and can't - do these days. (Alas, not even enough for penny candy.) But no matter what's stamped on the outside, it only takes time before someone realizes her true value. This fun tale of perseverance and pluck is, in a word, priceless. Also provides an engaging introduction to U.S. currency for little kids.