The Story of Berkshire Hathaway cover

The Story of Berkshire Hathaway

Author: Murray, Laura K.

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 7.1
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 5637
Points per Word 0.000177
Page Count 48
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

This book takes a look at the origins, growth, and innovations of Berkshire Hathaway, the holding company that was led by Warren Buffett and today is among the largest holding companies.

Quick Summary

Discover how a failing textile mill became one of the world's most powerful companies through the wisdom of a kid-friendly genius who still eats breakfast at McDonald's and lives in the same house he bought decades ago. Kids will love meeting Warren Buffett, the "Oracle of Omaha" whose simple money rules and partnership with his best friend Charlie Munger turned a tiny company into a massive empire, all while keeping his quirky, everyday habits that make him feel like a neighbor rather than a billionaire. If your kid enjoys underdog success stories like "The Lemonade War" or dreams of starting their own business, they'll be fascinated by this real-life tale of smart thinking beating the odds. Perfect for ages 9-12 in grades 4-7 who are curious about how money works and love hearing about ordinary people who did extraordinary things.