Why Money Matters

A Financial Times BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023 ‘Critics Choice’

WINNER! BEST NON-FICTION BOOK silver award – Made For Mums Toy Awards

“A canny and accessible guide to the world of money” – The Times

What links potato mashers, piggy banks and PIN numbers? MONEY! Explore the fascinating world of money and discover how it shapes the world we live in with Dragons’ Den investor and entrepreneur DEBORAH MEADEN. When did we first use coins? What are some of the world’s most unusual jobs? Find out all this and more – alongside accessible introductions to banks, taxes and pocket-money budgeting.

Packed with fun, facts and challenges – perfect for readers aged 6 to 9.

Welcome to LITTLE EXPERTS – inspiring the next generation of experts!

• Written by expert authors, famous for their passion and expertise

• Must-read introductions to key non-fiction topics with colour illustrations throughout

• Created to empower and inspire!

Also available in the series:
Why Politics Matters by ALASTAIR CAMPBELL, a writer, podcaster and strategist who is best known for his work as former PM Tony Blair’s spokesman.Amazing Bodies by DR RONX, award-winning trans non-binary emergency doctor and TV presenter.Marvellous Vehicles by JAMES MAY, a writer and broadcaster who is best known for co-presenting Top Gear and The Grand Tour.How Families Are Made by DR AMIR KHAN, an award-winning full-time GP and resident doctor on Lorraine and Good Morning Britain.How to Build a Home by GEORGE CLARKE, an architect, writer, lecturer and TV presenter.Superhero Animals by CHRIS PACKHAM CBE, one of the UK’s leading naturalists and an award-winning conservationist, who began his TV career presenting children’s series The Really Wild Show.How to Save a Life by DR RONX, award-winning trans non-binary emergency doctor and TV presenter.
Reviews

“Stuffed with facts about earning money, savings, interest and even tax. It won the vote of my seven-year-old twin nephews.’ Financial Times

“A canny and accessible guide to the world of money” – The Times

"A fascinating book for young readers about how money shapes our world… without it ever feeling overwhelming" – LoveReading4Kids

“Outstanding” – Armadillo Magazine

MyWeekly Children’s Book of the Week

“Money can be a confusing concept for little ones – but Dragons’ Den investor and entrepreneur Deborah Meaden does a great job at explaining it in this colourful, informative book.” MyWeekly

“Deborah explains the history, purpose and importance of money, something all children should know more about helping them feel empowered and motivated to become financially secure adults.” – Vicki Broadbent (Honest Mum blogger, author, broadcaster and former teacher)

'Each [Little Experts book] is beautifully illustrated and aimed at children aged six to nine, but equally educational for any adults reading along too.’ – The Big Issue

About the author

Deborah Meaden is a highly-successful entrepreneur and one of Britain’s best-known business names. Deborah has been an investor on Dragons’ Den since 2006 and she also hosts BBC Radio 5 Live’s The Big Green Money Show podcast.