Play Money
Use this pretend money to have some extra fun during dramatic play.
Print out a few copies of this page and explain to the kids that this is pretend money. “We’re going to practice using money to buy things.” Have kids color and cut out the money. Set up a pretend store (you might “sell” any items you have around you in your home) and take turns being a store clerk and customer.
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.
