The Snack Budget Game: A Fun Way To Teach Kids About Spending Wisely

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Tired of constant “Can I get this?” at the store?

We turned snack shopping into a fun budgeting game—and our kids love it. Learn more

Set A Budget

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Give Control

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Add a Twist

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Let Them Learn

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Why It Works

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Click below to learn how to start The Snack Budget Game and teach your kids smart spending the fun way.

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