The physical savings barrel is just as important for kids as digital saving, because it makes money tangible. When kids actively put coins and notes into the savings barrel, they understand the value of money on an emotional and sensory level.
Together, physical and digital saving combine playful learning with modern financial skills – creating a lasting understanding of money from an early age.
With just a few materials, you can turn an empty chip can into a creative savings barrel in a wooden barrel look. This craft idea is especially great for kids and is ideally done with support from an adult.
Required materialsEmpty chip can with lid
Brown construction paper or crafting cardboard
Black paper
Black felt-tip pen
Glue and scissors
Support from adults (for the money slot in the lid)
Time & difficulty levelDuration: approx. 20–30 minutes
Difficulty: easy
Age: from approx. 6 years (with help from adults)
Important noteFor safety reasons, the money slot in the lid should only be made by adults using a utility knife.
You can find the full step-by-step instructions here:
