Three Jars
Spending, sharing, and saving can be fun! Learn how with an activity.
Print out these labels. Then:
- Talk with kids about “Spending,” “Sharing,” and “Saving.” Find jars to place the labels on and have kids color and decorate the jars.
- Ask kids about things they want. Discuss how much it would cost and how to acquire them.
- When they receive money, whether as an allowance or gift, decide together how much to put in which jar.
- As the money is collected in the jars, talk about progress toward how they want to spend.
Saving, Spending, Sharing
Help kids learn the value of money when they spend, share, and save.
Money Talk
Learn how you can answer kids’ questions about money.
V Is for Value
Value can mean many different things! Talk to your child about all of them.
Making Choices
Look for ways to teach your child about making choices.
Guest Post: Helping your child’s money skills grow
Parents and caregivers can be a powerful influence on their children’s financial future—and you don’t have to be a money expert to start them out strong.
Building Financial Skills in the Classroom
These classroom activities emphasize the key financial concepts of choices, value, and financial literacy skills: spending, saving, and sharing.
Need It or Want It?
Needs and wants are different. Kids can learn the difference from you.
