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The Jelly Bean Game

The Jelly Bean Game is a hands-on activity that helps participants visualize how household budgets work. Each jelly bean represents a portion of a family’s income. Players must decide how to “spend” their jelly beans across various categories like housing, food, transportation, child care, and savings. As unexpected expenses arise, participants must adjust their budgets, helping them understand the challenges many families face in balancing needs, wants, and limited resources. It’s a fun, engaging way to spark meaningful conversations about financial decision-making and family priorities.

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