Financial Literacy Month: Talk about money with your kids/students!

Kids as young as preschoolers can understand the basics of how money works. This is a great time to start talking about money. Kids who get a head start will grow up to be better consumers and savers.

 

But talking about money can be taboo, so some people may have trouble bringing it up with kids.

 

As part of November's Financial Literacy Month, here are some games and tools to help you get the ball rolling. The content is fun, educational and easy to understand. 

 

 

 I have a dream . . . I’m saving my money! booklet

For : elementary school students

 

This booklet has activities, quizzes and games.

Activity books are available for different grade levels. Print the one you want and have fun!

 

 

Game night!

For : all ages

 

Some board games (like Monopoly, Pay Day and Life) teach players about money. What a fun way to improve your family's financial literacy!

 

 

Interactive online games

Free games on the App Store and on Google Play (for tablets)

For : 5-12 year-olds

 

• Eco Rush
• Street Spin
• Peter Pig's Money Counter

 

Calculo

For : 9-12 year-olds

 

This is a great tool to help kids set and achieve their saving goals. They can also use it to check their school caisse account balance.