Word and Category
Word: Money
Category: System Word
What this category means:
System words explain how money works in the real world. They help children understand what money is, how it is used, and how it moves between people, places, and systems.
What this category means:
Money is the tool that connects earning, saving, spending, giving, and investing
It exists within shared systems (homes, stores, banks, communities)
Understanding money as a system—not just an object—helps kids use it more thoughtfully
Definitions
In Simple Words
Money is a tool we use to trade for things we need or want. | Money is a tool we use to exchange for goods and services. | Money is a tool we use to buy things and help us reach our goals.
A Little More Grown-Up
Money is something people use to measure value and to buy, sell, save, give, and invest in goods, services, and opportunities.
Context Clues
Note: You can find the word "money" in the Sammy Rabbit money song: Get in the Habit! Have kids take a listen and read the lyrics to gain a deeper understanding of the word in this context.
Sammy Says
Sammy Says: “Use your money wisely! Make good money choices."
Money Habit Connection
Pay close attention to your money habits. Establishing good money habits will help you have a bright future. Saving and investing every time you earn or receive money are two of the best money habits and choices you can make!
Silly Sentence
My money wanted a nap, so I tucked it into my piggy bank and told it to grow big and strong.
Serious Sentence
Money helps us pay for things we need today and save for things we want in the future.
Rhyming Sentences
Silly Rhyming Sentence:
Money, money, here you see, helping me buy snacks and toys with glee!
Serious Rhyming Sentence:
When I save my money and spend it right, I build my future strong and bright.
Examples of Money
Cash (paper bills)
Coins (pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters)
Money saved in a piggy bank or bank account
Examples of What Is Not An Asset
Toys
Candy
Clothes
Wish lists or pretend money
Related Money Words
Cash • Coins • Bills • Save • Invest • Spend • Give • Interest and Compound Interest
Opposite Money Words
There is no true opposite of money, but words often confused as opposites include:
Free • Barter (trading without money)
Questions Parents and Teachers Can Ask Kids
Ask your child or student:
“What are some good choices you can make with your money?”
Remember
Money is a tool. When you learn how to use it wisely, it can help you today—and help your future too.
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