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Money has changed through time, from traded objects to coins to paper money. Paper money is very practical, since it is lighter and easier to carry than coins.

-	American Currency Exhibit
-	One Dollar Bill Design
-	Interactive Bills
-	Printing Money
-	Banknotes: United States

Money Around the World

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If you want to make a grown-up smile, ask about a special childhood toy. Tinker toys, Raggedy Ann dolls and Play-Doh… Classic toys never stop being fun!

-	The Art of the Toy
-	Shopping for Toys: Safety Tips
-	Spending Smarts: Toys

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Watch, listen or discover new and exciting things about people, places and events you want to know more about with the guides below!
	Money When you buy something, you may use coins or paper money, or you may make a trade. People also buy on credit, which allows buyers to pay the money later. Go to our Money Room for more! LET'S GET STARTED >
	Systems of Getting Goods Did you ever think about how you got all of the things that belong to you? Sellers offer things to buy, and buyers choose based on what they like and dislike. LET'S GET STARTED >

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