playing a board game about money, learning about money and finance

Math

• The child learned how to count money and make change while playing the board game. They had to add up the different denominations of coins and bills to determine the total amount of money.
• They practiced basic addition and subtraction skills as they made purchases and received change in the game.
• The child learned about budgeting by managing their money in the game. They had to make choices about what items to purchase based on their available funds.
• They were introduced to the concept of interest when they earned or paid money for landing on certain spaces on the game board.

Continued development can include creating their own board game about money and finance. They can design the game board, create rules, and come up with different situations that involve money management. This will further reinforce their understanding of the concepts they learned while playing the initial board game. Additionally, they can explore online resources and mobile apps that provide interactive lessons and games related to money and finance.

Book Recommendations

• The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies: This book tells the story of two siblings who start a lemonade stand and learn about competition, money, and business.
• A Chair for My Mother by Vera B. Williams: In this heartwarming story, a young girl and her family save money to buy a comfortable chair after their home is destroyed in a fire.
• A Smart Girl's Guide: Money by Nancy Holyoke: This book offers practical advice and tips for young girls on how to earn, save, and spend money wisely.