Adventure Awaits in the World of Money!
Join Noah and Midas on a globe-spinning, time-traveling journey to discover the secrets of money—from stinky fish trades to golden rules that matter today.
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About the Book
What is money, really? In this hilarious and heartwarming story, 8-year-old Noah discovers a magical coin named Midas who whisks him across centuries to explore the evolution of money—from caveman bartering to digital blockchains.
Perfect for curious kids, homeschoolers, classrooms, and bedtime wonderings.
Meet the Characters
Noah
8 years old, curious, impulsive, and full of questions (and gummy bears). Always wearing his favorite blue T-rex tee, Noah's adventure begins when he discovers a talking coin in his grandfather's collection.
Midas
An ancient golden coin with wise eyes, a snappy attitude, and a tragic past. Once a greedy king, now a time-traveling guide helping kids understand the real meaning of money and value.
Inside the Series
Stone Age
Discover how cavemen traded without coins or bills!
Ancient Rome
Learn how salt became so valuable soldiers were paid with it!
Yap Island
Marvel at massive stone wheels used as currency!
Modern China
Explore how QR codes revolutionized payments!
Educator & Parent Resources
Printable Worksheets
Engaging activities that reinforce key money concepts from the book.
Classroom Discussion Guides
Thought-provoking questions to spark meaningful conversations about money.
Create Your Own Currency
Step-by-step instructions for a fun hands-on project for classrooms or families.
Bonus Activities & Freebies
Design Your Own Coin
Create a currency that represents what you value most!
Gummy Bear Exchange Rate
Learn economics through a delicious trading game!
Conversation Cards
Spark family discussions about saving, spending, and sharing.
Money Maze Challenge
Navigate financial concepts through fun puzzles!
Illustration Gallery
Step into the vibrant world of Noah and Midas! Explore sneak peeks of the illustrations—from fishy bartering scenes to digital coin fireworks and the emotional finale in the golden hall of regret.
Author's Corner
2
Curious Kids
My inspiration for creating the World of Money series
15+
Years in Finance
Professional experience I bring to children's education
5
Book Series
Planned books to cover all essential money concepts
Hi! I'm Iris—a finance and investment expert, mom of two curious boys, and now a children's book author on a mission: make financial literacy feel like a magical adventure. Because every child deserves to understand the world of money, one laugh and lesson at a time.