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Fun Money

In this activity, you and your child will go through the newspaper and cut out coupons for things you need to buy. Be sure to point out that there's no need to buy unplanned items, just because there is a coupon.

Fun Money

Time

  • 10 to 15 minutes

Materials

  • Newspapers or magazines with grocery coupons

Directions

Work together to go through the newspaper and cut out coupons for things you need to buy, talking about not buying unplanned items just because there is a coupon.

Extensions

  • When you have finished shopping, give your child the money saved with the coupons.
  • Select a local charity together and donate the money saved, in person if possible.

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