What this lesson teaches
Children practice budgeting and decision-making by simulating shopping experiences. This activity builds early financial skills through practical application and choice-making.
Financial Knowledge
Can you finish shop & save role-play in about 30 min?
Shop & Save Role-Play
You will children practice budgeting and decision-making by simulating shopping experiences.
Duration30 min
Age GroupAges 6–7
DifficultyBeginner
SubjectFinance
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The learning connection
Role-play engages students in embodied cognition, allowing them to physically act out shopping scenarios. This method reinforces memory by connecting emotions and real-life experiences to learning, making financial concepts stick.
Try it with your learner
1. Set up a mini-store with items from around the house (toys, snacks, etc.). 2. Assign prices to each item using sticky notes. 3. Give your child play money (make it with paper) to 'spend'. 4. Allow them to choose items they want to 'buy', adding up the prices. 5. Discuss which items are needs vs. wants as they shop. 6. Reflect on how much they saved or splurged after shopping!