Financial Education- Year Two homework.

It’s never too early for children to learn the value of money and that pennies will grow up into pounds, given the right encouragement and guidance. Having parents and grandparents focused on children’s savings not only helps to increase financial awareness, but also promotes great budgeting skills. These skills will serve them well as they reach adulthood. Research shows when children learn about money early, they are more likely to grow up to be money smart. People who save as children are at least twice as likely to save when they grow up, compared to people who didn't save when they were younger.

So here at Cornist we would like to give the children the opportunity to start young. Sometimes, keeping track of how savings are adding up can provide encouragement to keep going.

So in using the story a crocodile for Billy children can use their reading powers and make connections with Billy. I hope that this story will prove as a catalyst and encourage the children to save.
Homework 3.2.14

E-book A crocodile for Billy
The children are being encouraged to save either in continuing if they already have a savings account, or by using the savers chart with the book, or by joining the schools savers club each Tuesday with the credit Union.

Thank you for your support in preparing your children for their financial future. Remember most children don't need a lesson in spending money, but saving can be much harder.