Description
Discover the engaging world of socio-economics with this brand new trade paperback, "Follow Your Stuff". Designed for young readers aged 12 and up, this enlightening book takes them on a journey through the complex dynamics of the global economy. Penned by award-winning children's author Kevin Sylvester and business professor Michael Hlinka, this insightful narrative focuses on the everyday items we rely on—cellphones, clothes, and food—and explores the intricate processes involved in their production and delivery. Through relatable examples, easy-to-follow charts, and humorous illustrations, young readers will learn about critical concepts such as relative value, fair wages, and the importance of informed purchasing decisions. This sequel to the bestselling "Follow Your Money" serves as a perfect introduction to socio-economics and encourages kids to think critically about their consumption habits. Whether you are a parent seeking educational resources or an educator looking to inspire young minds, "Follow Your Stuff" is a must-have book that makes complex economic ideas accessible and fun. Best of all, shipping for this item is free! Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781773212531
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Annick Press
Description:
Age range 12+
Our cellphones, our clothes, our food: All are everyday things we consider essential, but we seldom think of what and who is involved in making them and getting them into our hands. In Follow Your Stuff, award-winning children's author Kevin Sylvester and business professor Michael Hlinka team up again, this time to tackle the complex dynamics of the global economy, examining the often-complex journey of ordinary goods from production right to our doorsteps.
Using familiar examples, easy-to-follow charts and graphs, and a big helping of humour, Hlinka and Sylvester introduce young readers to concepts such as relative value and fair wages and how to think critically about our purchasing decisions. Sylvester's lively illustrations add even more kid-appeal making this sequel to the critically acclaimed Follow Your Money the perfect introduction to socio-economics and an eye-opening essential read for young people.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781773212531
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: Annick Press
Description:
Age range 12+
Our cellphones, our clothes, our food: All are everyday things we consider essential, but we seldom think of what and who is involved in making them and getting them into our hands. In Follow Your Stuff, award-winning children's author Kevin Sylvester and business professor Michael Hlinka team up again, this time to tackle the complex dynamics of the global economy, examining the often-complex journey of ordinary goods from production right to our doorsteps.
Using familiar examples, easy-to-follow charts and graphs, and a big helping of humour, Hlinka and Sylvester introduce young readers to concepts such as relative value and fair wages and how to think critically about our purchasing decisions. Sylvester's lively illustrations add even more kid-appeal making this sequel to the critically acclaimed Follow Your Money the perfect introduction to socio-economics and an eye-opening essential read for young people.