Story and illustrations by James Earn A. Esperida
Published by iLab ARAL, Inc.
Language: Filipino
International Standard Book Numbers (ISBNs):
Softbound/Paperback
978-621-8449-24-4
Softbound-Newsprint
978-621-8449-25-1
Mixed-Media Publication
978-621-8449-26-8
Synopsis:
The story follows the journey of a newly minted one-peso coin as it travels from the minting factory into the hands of different people. Along the way, it witnesses many places and everyday moments—markets, oceans, jeepneys, churches, fiestas, and even a quiet savings jar. As the coin changes owners, it slowly loses its shine but gains stories and meaning. This is a tale not just about money, but about movement, purpose, and the lives it touches along the way.
FinLit Concepts:
spending, saving, coin deposit machine
***Activities and online contents were developed by iLab ARAL Team.
James Earn A. Esperida is a teacher, illustrator, and youth financial literacy advocate. He earned his Master’s Degree in International Development and Education from Newcastle University in the United Kingdom as a Chevening Scholar. He is also an alumnus of the Technology and Innovation Program of the YSEALI Academy at Fulbright University Vietnam.
His recognitions include Outstanding Financial Educator, Outstanding Teacher in Camarines Sur, and the Ambassador Antonio L. Cabangon-Chua Gintong Parangal for Education.
Beyond the classroom, he is the founder and current Chief Executive Officer of iLab ARAL, Inc., which works with various individuals and institutions to deliver alternative education to communities across the region.
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