Looking for a different kind of fun and educational after-school activity for you and your family? Start a hunt for treasure with Krause Publications’ new Kid’s Coin Collecting series! This series includes an easy-to read book and four hands-on folders that will help stimulate children’s interest in learning about money, history and math—starting with the coins in your couch! 

So start your own coin collection. It’s fun. Search for coins to complete your own special coin puzzle. It’s affordable. Spend as little as 1 cent to start a hobby that can last you the rest of your life. And you can learn all you need to know right in the guide. With lots of images, how-to’s and handy tips, you will get all the tools you need to start your collection today. Pick up cool facts and tricks that will impress your friends and family. Learn the answers to questions like: How are coins made? What do the “P” and “D” on coins stand for? Why is it called a nickel?

A Kid’s Guide to Collecting Coins will keep kids engaged and entertained with cool games, coin tricks and loads of information. The book is priced at about $9.99 and is available online at Amazon.com, Krause Publications Bookstore and retailers near you.