Kidz Economy
Kindness Economy (Ages 6–8)
A playful introduction to money and mindfulness.
Young campers discover the basics of financial literacy while learning about kindness, generosity, and smart choices. It’s a heartwarming and fun-filled journey toward becoming thoughtful, financially savvy individuals.
Highlights:
- Learn where money comes from and how it’s used
- Explore saving through community role-play
- Discover the joy of sharing and kindness
- Practice smart spending in fun challenges
- Build a Kindness Economy Marketplace
Why choose this camp?
Kids build life skills, confidence, and a giving mindset—all while having fun and making lasting memories.
Smart Saver (Ages 9–12)
The ultimate financial literacy adventure!
In this fun and hands-on camp, kids learn the value of saving, goal-setting, and making smart money choices. Through games, storytelling, and daily challenges, they build lifelong habits for financial independence.
Highlights:
- Understand why saving matters
- Set SMART savings goals
- Watch savings grow through fun simulations
- Design piggy banks and savings trackers
- Present their learning on Showcase Day
Why choose this camp?
Kids gain practical money skills, boost their confidence, and enjoy hands-on fun guided by expert educators.
Entrepreneurship (Ages 9–12)
Ignite young minds with innovation and business skills!
This dynamic camp introduces kids to entrepreneurship, guiding them from idea to pitch through creative tasks and teamwork. It’s perfect for curious thinkers ready to explore the world of business.
Highlights:
- Create a vision board of business ideas
- Turn ideas into a business plan
- Learn branding and marketing strategies
- Build and pitch prototypes
- Take part in a Marketplace Showcase
Why choose this camp?
Campers gain confidence, creativity, and communication skills while being inspired by industry professionals.
TESTIMONIALS
"Kidz Economy made money skills fun and easy to understand."
OUR TEACHERS
Braden Cobb is an award-winning educator and the founder of Kidz Economy, known for his innovative approach to teaching financial literacy. As a recipient of the Pearson International School Award for Innovative Teaching, Braden brings years of experience as a teacher and Upper Primary Coordinator to the camp. He designs student-centered programs that use classroom economies and investment challenges to make learning fun and practical. Through creativity, gamification, and hands-on experiences, Braden empowers young learners to think critically, grow their confidence, and make smart financial choices for the future.
Ng Pui Nee brings over 27 years of leadership in finance to Camp Asia’s financial literacy programme. With a proven track record as a Managing Director, CEO, and CIO, she has led multi-billion-dollar investment portfolios across equities, fixed income, and private equity. Her deep industry knowledge and real-world experience offer a powerful foundation for helping children understand money matters. At camp, Pui Nee is passionate about making financial literacy engaging, relatable, and fun—equipping young minds with the skills to manage money wisely and plan for their goals with confidence.
Experience in finance and asset management
Ariel Teo blends creativity and compassion to help children build essential life skills. With a background in music therapy and education, she is passionate about supporting emotional resilience, goal-setting, and confidence in young learners. Ariel specializes in designing personalised, hands-on experiences that make financial literacy fun and meaningful. Through interactive activities and creative learning, she helps children grasp important concepts like saving, budgeting, and smart spending—ensuring they leave with the confidence to make thoughtful decisions about their future.
camp details
| Age | Days | Timing | Price per Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 through 8 | Monday to Friday | 9 am to 3 pm | $780 (5-day camp) |
| 9 through 12 | Monday to Friday | 9 am to 3 pm | $780 (5-day camp) |
*Price includes lunch (cooked fresh daily), healthy morning and afternoon snacks, and a Camp Asia T-shirt.
Sample Timetables
The Kindness Economy (Ages 6–8)
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Arrival and Ice Breaker Needs vs. Wants Freeze Dance |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Compliment Circle |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Delayed Gratification Relay |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Marketplace Swap |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Reflection Dice Game |
| 09:00 – 10:00 | What Are Needs vs. Wants? Discuss differences and examples relevant to kids’ lives |
Lesson – Why Sharing Matters How sharing builds relationships and saves resources |
Lesson – Why Save? Importance of saving and what to save for |
Lesson – Smart Budgeting How to prioritize spending when resources are limited |
Lesson – Financial Review Recap key concepts: needs vs. wants, saving, teamwork |
| 10:00 – 10:30 | AM Break | ||||
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Activity – Category Dash Run to “Needs” or “Wants” signs based on called-out items |
Activity – Money Matters Identify money values and decide what they can afford |
Activity – Treasure Hunt Budgeting Search for items with price tags and stay under budget |
Activity – Money Race Match values to prices in a fast-paced challenge |
Activity – Final Savings Goal Poster Check-In Reflect on progress toward saving goals |
| 11:00 – 12:00 | Activity – Money Match-Up Match coins to items, practice identification & counting |
Activity – Virtual Shopping Spree Shop using a set budget & choose needs, wants, savings |
Activity – Savings Goal Poster Create posters showing what they’re saving for |
Activity – Market Madness Negotiate and trade items to meet goals |
Activity – Kindness Challenge Jar Wrap-Up Review and tally earned kindness “stocks” |
| 12:00 – 12:30 | Lunch | ||||
| 12:30 – 13:00 | Activity – Kindness Tree Introduction Learn how to earn “stocks” through kind acts |
Kindness Tree Check-In Reflect on completed acts of kindness |
Kindness Tree Check-In Add new “leaves” and reflect on kindness impact |
Kindness Challenge Jar Check-In Reflect on teamwork and add more kindness stocks |
Stock Growth Storytime Create a story about their financial journey |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | Activity – Cooperative Tower Build Team tower building using shared budget |
Kindness Market Creation Create market stalls promoting kindness |
Activity – Virtual Shopping Spree Revisit shopping using updated goals and budgets |
Build-A-Business Challenge Create a product, brand & pitch the idea |
Activity – Showcase & Celebration Share posters and reflect with parents |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | PM Break / Pack up / Home | ||||
Save Like a Pro (Ages 9–12)
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Arrival and Ice Breaker "Reasons to Save" Brainstorm |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Goal Guess |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Grow the Garden |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Savings Habit Quiz |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Savings Reflection |
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Lesson 1 – Introduction to Saving Understand what saving is and why it’s important |
Lesson 2 – Planning Savings Goals Set SMART savings goals |
Lesson 3 – Introduction to Interest Understand simple vs. compound interest |
Lesson 4 – Healthy Saving Habits Learn practical tips to save consistently |
Review & Celebrate Savings Jeopardy quiz game on key concepts |
| 10:00 – 10:30 | AM Break | ||||
| 10:30 – 12:00 | Activity – Minecraft "Savings Shelter" Build a digital shelter to represent a safe place for money |
Activity – Savings Plan Scenarios Practice SMART savings with fictional goals |
Activity – Interest Growth Simulation Grow Minecraft "trees" with compound interest blocks |
Activity – Creative Piggy Bank Project Decorate piggy banks using recycled materials |
Showcase Preparation Setup savings tracker and Minecraft builds for display |
| 12:00 – 12:30 | Lunch | ||||
| 12:30 – 14:00 | Project Work – Savings Tracker Concept Draft a savings goal and timeline in Canva |
Project Work – Tracker Development Build digital trackers for goals, increments, and timelines |
Project Work – Adding Interest Modify tracker to include interest growth calculations |
Project Work – Finalizing Tracker Complete Canva designs with timeline & projections |
Showcase Event Present savings goals and piggy banks to parents Certificates awarded |
| 14:00 – 14:45 | PM Break / Pack up | ||||
Entrepreneurial Journey (Ages 9–12)
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Arrival and Ice Breaker "Famous Entrepreneurs" Guessing Game |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Business Idea Speed Dating |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Brand Logo Quiz |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Elevator Pitch Challenge |
Arrival and Ice Breaker Final Pitch Run-Through |
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Lesson 1 – What is an Entrepreneur? Define traits: creativity, persistence, problem-solving |
Lesson 2 – Basic Business Plans Cover product, target market, cost, price, profit |
Lesson 3 – Marketing Basics Branding, advertising, knowing your customer |
Lesson 4 – Prototyping & Presenting Why demonstrating your product idea is powerful |
Lesson 5 – Review of Concepts Recap entrepreneurship principles from the week |
| 10:00 – 10:30 | AM Break | ||||
| 10:30 – 12:00 | Activity – Minecraft "Entrepreneur Village" Create virtual shops representing a business concept |
Activity – Cost & Pricing Simulation Decide on pricing after "buying" raw materials |
Activity – Canva Marketing Materials Design logos and ad flyers for the product |
Activity – Minecraft Storefront Completion Complete stall visuals: signage, decor, brand colors |
Showcase Preparation Set up displays and prepare devices with materials |
| 12:00 – 12:30 | Lunch | ||||
| 12:30 – 14:00 | Project Launch – Idea Brainstorm List 3 problems, choose 1 business to develop |
Project Work – Draft Business Plan Start business plan draft using Canva templates |
Project Work – Refine Business Plan Add slogan, logo, and marketing materials |
Project Work – Final Touches Polish pricing, product, slogan, pitch with feedback |
Showcase Event Present to "shoppers" with fake currency & receive feedback |
| 14:00 – 14:45 | PM Break / Pack up | ||||
Important Information Before Booking
Dropping Off
Kids will register at the registration table, receive their name tags indicating the camp they're attending, and be brought to class at 9 am.
Medical
A full-time nurse is available on-site every camp week for medication collection, first aid, and medical support. All Camp Asia staff are first-aid trained.
Food
Freshly cooked healthy lunches and snacks are provided daily. Inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions. Please note we follow a nut-minimisation policy.
Bus Service
We offer a safe, convenient, and social bus service with stops near your home. Click here for more details.