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Of Slugs and Budgets – Teaching Money Management to Kids

Of Slugs and Budgets – Teaching Money Management to Kids

When my oldest son, Nathan, was four years old, I caught him crying silently in bed one night. I had gone back into his room to tuck him in as he liked to spend a few minutes “reading” to himself before saying goodnight. Seeing him crying concerned me. “Nathan, what’s the matter?” I asked. He lifted the book he had been reading and turned to the page where a cartoon representation of a slug was sitting behind a ticket booth….

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Adopt a Class or School – Change a Life Campaign

Adopt a Class or School – Change a Life Campaign

We’re working with Sammy Rabbit on his “Adopt a Class or School – Change a Life” campaign. If you’d like to participate, email me. Details are below. “Adopt a Class Change a Life” Campaign Special Teach Children SMART Money Habits! Book + Music + Activity Strategic Multi media, Multi intelligence approach teaches smart money habits; builds reading and listening skills! Special (limited time only) 3 Items for price of 1 Get a FREE Story Book: It’s a Habit, Sammy Rabbit!…

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Money Jars

Money Jars

Learning to save money is an important life skill. During America Saves Week (February) or Financial Literacy Month (April), I like to have small groups of students rotate through the Money Jar Center. I’ve also done it as a whole class activity with second grade and up. Students do have the option of using a hot glue gun. I go over the rules very carefully. Even so, there are usually a handful who choose not to use the glue gun….

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5 Easy Steps to Teaching Kids Money the Brain Compatible Way

5 Easy Steps to Teaching Kids Money the Brain Compatible Way

Turns out, we can actually teach in a way that’s compatible with our brain.   And when we do, interest level increases, retention improves, and confidence builds all leading to more complex learning.  That’s the conclusion of decades of research about how our brain works. The good news is, brain-compatible teaching is not that difficult to do.  It all begins with designing an effective learning environment.  Here are 5 easy steps you can take to create an environment conducive to…

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Great Holiday Gifts: Board Games that Teach Money Concepts to Kids

Great Holiday Gifts: Board Games that Teach Money Concepts to Kids

Board games are always great gifts for the holidays.  And board games that teach kids money skills are doubly great!  The key is to sneak in the “money conversation” as you play. For example, the popular Game of Life oozes opportunities to discuss buying a house, paying insurance, being prepared for unexpected expenses, playing the stock market… And the lesser known Allowance Game is perfect for discussing wise spending choices, earning interest on savings, and jobs that your kids can…

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