Frequently Asked Questions

Our programs are designed to fit into real family life—not require a complete schedule overhaul. Here’s what to expect:

• Individual activities: 10-20 minutes each (perfect for after school, weekends, or family time)
• Full program completion: 4-8 weeks if you do 1-2 activities per week
• Flexibility: Go at your own pace—there’s no “right” timeline

Many families integrate activities into existing routines like morning breakfast talks about needs vs. wants, weekend piggy bank sorting games, or bedtime savings goal tracking.

The key: Consistency matters more than speed. Even 15 minutes a week builds lasting money habits!

For best results: Yes, follow the recommended order. Activities build on each other, with foundational concepts introduced first and more complex skills later.

However: We understand real life happens! If your child is ready for a specific concept (like saving for a goal) but you haven’t finished earlier activities, it’s okay to jump ahead.

Our recommendation: Start with Activity 1 and work sequentially, but don’t stress if you need to skip around occasionally.

Most activities use simple, household items you likely already have:

Common materials needed:

• Coins (pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters)
• Piggy bank or jar
• Paper and pencil/crayons
• Play money (printable templates included)
• Calculator (optional, for older kids)

NOT required:

• Special financial toys or games
• Expensive teaching materials
• Technology or apps
• Anything you can’t find at home

If a specific activity needs something unique, we let you know in advance and provide alternatives!

Our programs are designed for typical development at each age, but every child is different!

If activities are too easy:

• Skip ahead to the next age range
• Add complexity (bigger numbers, more challenging scenarios)
• Move through activities faster

If activities are too hard:

• Drop down to the younger age range
• Break activities into smaller steps
• Spend more time on each concept before moving on
• Simplify numbers or scenarios

Remember: You know your child best! Our programs are flexible guides, not rigid requirements.

Absolutely! Our hands-on, visual approach works well for many different learners. Here’s how to adapt:

For visual learners:

• Use the printable graphics and pictures
• Create visual charts for tracking progress
• Draw pictures to represent money concepts

For kinesthetic learners:

• Emphasize the hands-on activities (coin sorting, counting)
• Use real money as much as possible
• Act out scenarios (store roleplay, etc.)

For children who need more time:

• Go slower! Spend 2-3 weeks on one activity if needed
• Repeat activities multiple times for mastery
• Focus on understanding, not speed

For children with ADHD or attention challenges:

• Do activities in shorter bursts (5-10 minutes)
• Make it a game with rewards
• Use movement and active participation

If you have specific questions about adapting for your child, email us at support@claimitfinancials.com. We’re happy to help!

Every program includes a progress tracker where you can:

• Check off completed activities
• Note areas where your child excelled
• Identify concepts that need more practice
• Celebrate milestones together!

Bonus: Use the tracker as a visual motivator—kids love seeing their progress!

We’re here to help! Here’s how to get support:

Email: support@claimitfinancials.com
Response time: Within 24-48 hours (usually faster!)

Common questions we can help with:

• “My child doesn’t understand [concept]—how do I explain it?”
• “Can I substitute [material] for [material]?”
• “Is this activity appropriate for my [age] year old?”
• “I’m stuck on Activity [#]—any tips?”

We’re parents and educators too. We get it, and we’re here to support you!