Looking for a fun way to teach your kids about the value of a dollar?
Money Management International (MMI) has launched a free new online resource designed to help you do just that.
MoneyBunny.com allows children to explore the world of the Money Bunnies and jump-start their learning about wise financial choices.
It features activities for children ages four to seven that offers what the nonprofit, full-service credit-counseling agency calls "an educational, yet engaging, way for kids to begin their financial education." Because parents and teachers play an important role in children's future financial education, the site also includes resources for adults to inspire positive financial lessons.
Interactive tools
The site features four interactive sections to encourage good money management:
• Story podcasts --Children can read along with a podcast to two Money Bunny storybooks: Money Bunny Takes a Vacation and Brownie Wants a New Bike.
• Online coloring pages -- Kids can add color and creativity to their favorite moments from the Money Bunny storybooks with interactive coloring sheets and the drag-and-drop color palette.
• Printables -- Coloring sheets are also available as printable pages for offline learning.
• Resources for grownups -- Parents and teachers can share their ideas and experiences when it comes to teaching money management to kids and find inspiration from others. The site features Money Bunny lesson plans for teachers and helpful articles for parents.
"It's never too early to start teaching kids the financial skills they will need for life," says Julie Griffith, education director for MMI. "MoneyBunny.com offers fun learning activities for children, plus the resources parents need to become the best financial role models they can be for their kids."
