The go-around dollar

Barbara Johnston Adams

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The go-around dollar

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Barbara Johnston Adams

Reading Level 2 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Did you know a single dollar can have a whole adventure? Follow one dollar as it travels from person to person, each time telling a new story. This dollar isn’t just money—it’s a little explorer showing how people and places connect!

Themes

MoneyAmerican CurrencyAdventureEducation

Quick Assessment

This charming early reader story tracks the journey of a one-dollar bill as it changes hands, combining fiction with interesting facts about American currency. Suitable for ages 5-8, it offers an engaging way to introduce young children to money concepts and the value of currency circulation. The book contains no content concerns and is appropriate for early readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
0027000311
Pages
32
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
Published
1992
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Dollar, AmericanMoneyUnited StatesAmerican Dollar

Places

United States