A Write to Learn

A Write to Learn provides information on books published by Barbara Gottfried Hollander and related educational activities in math, science and financial literacy. The site also celebrates both the achievements of student authors and children throughout the world who are making a difference in the lives of others. Thank you for visiting A Write to Learn.

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College is more expensive than ever, but students and their families have options. Learn about ways to pay for higher education, including scholarships, grants, loans, work study programs, and strategic school choices.

Reading Level: Grades 9-12 Educational Focus: Thinking About College Series
Book Length: 80 pages Publisher: Rosen Classroom(2010)

Managing Money and Raising Money are part of the Heinemann Life Skills Set Series for Middle School and High School Students.

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In today’s changing financial world, people need to understand money management now more than ever. Managing Money discusses good budgeting, banks, interest rates, credit cards and the stock market. It gives readers the tools they need for successful money management.

Reading Level: Grades 6-9 Educational Focus: Life Skills/Financial Literacy
Book Length: 56 pages Publisher: Heinemann (2008)

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Do you want to be an effective fundraiser? Raising Money is a guide to raising funds on your own or as part of a team. Learn how to choose the right location, best utilize your interests and skills, form a committee and many other valuable tips.

Reading Level: Grades 6-9 Educational Focus: Life Skills/Financial Literacy
Book Length: 56 pages Publisher: Heinemann (2008)

The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2009 and 2010

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Barbara Gottfried Hollander is a contributing editor of both the 2009 and 2010 editions. The World Almanac and Book of Facts is “a treasure trove of political, economic, scientific and educational statistics and information…” writes Donald Altschiller of the Wall Street Journal.

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When Henry trips over a tree root, his dream of becoming a secret explorer seems possible. With the help of an earthworm named Sam, Henry begins a winter adventure. Can Henry the Great and Singing Sam do the math? Will Henry become a secret explorer?

“An entertaining read for young children and young explorers!”
-Howard Price, The Trades
Reading Level: Ages 4-9 Educational Focus: Math
Book Length: 56 pages Publisher: Publish America (2004)

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Set on the colorful island of St. Martin, the story begins at the beautiful Butterfly Farm. As Monica the Monarch dreams of seeing the world beyond the Farm, her family always reminds her:

“Silly Monica, butterflies don’t see islands. Butterflies stay on the Farm.”
But one day, Monica does leave the Farm. From the sparkling Caribbean Sea to the busy city streets of Marigot, Monica finally explores the Island - and learns that she’s not such a silly butterfly after all.
Reading Level: Ages 2-8 Educational Focus:Science Page
Book Length: 25 pages Publisher: Xlibris (2008)

First Budget, First Bank Account and First Investments, First Job Smarts, First Car Smarts, First Credit Cards and Credit Smarts, First Apartment Smarts, How Inflation Works, How a Recession Works, How a Depression Works, How Globalization Works, Making Good Choices About Fair Trade