The answer is…
Yen!
Yen! In different countries around the world, people use different kinds of money. Japan is an island country in Asia. The money used in Japan is called Yen. Japanese Yen comes in bills (paper money) and coins. The paper money is colorful, with images of buildings, plants, and people from Japan. The symbol for yen is a Y with two lines through it → ¥
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In Thailand, the money is called Baht.
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Learning Connections
In elementary school, children build a stronger understanding of geography. Not only do children learn about physical geography, but they also learn about the cultures and customs of people around the world.
Extra Resources
For Adults
This video from PBS talks about currency from around the world.
Check out these facts about Japan from National Geographic.
Practice counting money with this worksheet featuring United States bills.
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