Children & Youth: Thinking About Money
Good financial habits can be taught at an early age. The Library is proud to feature a number of programs aimed at youth of all ages. To celebrate, we’ll be hosting a money-themed scavenger hunt for children of all ages throughout September.
The Allowance Game®: For Students in Second and Third GradeTuesday, September 12 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Main Library Activity Room.
Whether you’re starting your own business, doing chores around the house, earning interest on bank deposits or spending money at the mall, this exciting game teaches you how to use money and make change.
Money! Money! Money! For Students in Third through Fifth Grade
Wednesdays, September 13, through October 4, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Main Library Activity Room
Each week a different board game will be played including Monopoly Jr., Pay Day, The Game of Life and a mystery game.
Wild Bills: For Students in Third through Fifth Grade
Sunday, September 17, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Main Library Activity Room
Turn money into art by decorating some play bills in neon colors and collaging them together to create a really wild work of art.
Dollarigami: For Students in Sixth through Twelfth Grade
Sunday, September 17, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Main Library Activity Room
If you’re a fan of paper folding you will enjoy this special form of origami, designed specifically for dollar bills. It’s a fun way to give a gift, leave a tip or just impress a friend.