Software aimed at a child's own age yet able to be set to different levels is an invaluable resource for the children in Rosslyn and other Fife schools.

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Why was this work undertaken? To broaden the pupil's experience and prepare them for when they would be opening an account of their own. The parents/guardians found this work a helpful introduction to management of personal finances for their child. The work also met the learning outcome -'use money to plan everyday expenses' in the Higher Still Using Mathematics in Everyday Situations 1- Money (Access 1) module.

It developed from the needs of the pupils. The pupils worked individually, at their own pace, with a member of staff at hand to help.

The pupils were able to experience going into a bank, opening a bank account, budgeting, spending money, writing cheques, using auto tellers and so on all in the secure surroundings of the classroom with a member of staff close by to answer any questions. They gained a lot of confidence and a greater understanding of the value/uses of money.

Reduced workload as a whole learning package was already made for us. The resource was exciting, up to date, user friendly, age appropriate and attractive. It held the pupil's interest and imagination. They looked forward to using it time after time.

Computers, CD-ROM - Life Skills 'Traveller's Cheque',
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