The Investments Board Game

This activity belongs to a set of resources introducing students to the concept of investing to grow money over the long term. The resources can be used individually but provide a more comprehensive foundation when delivered in sequence. For more information about the suite and guidance on how to deliver the content visit the LifeSkills investment resource hub. 

Task your students to make saving and investment decisions for pretend pots of money with our Investments Board Game. Through interactive game play they will learn about saving and investing money over the long term. Specifically, they will:  

• Understand the difference between savings and investments, and the concept of interest rates
• Explore different levels of risk when it comes to investing in funds
• Recognise that investing is a long-term commitment
• Understand that market events have an impact on the financial market, influencing investment returns 

Resources

• The Investments Board Game: Educator guide
• The Investments Board Game: Board
• The Investments Board Game: Game cards
• The Investments Board Game: Counters and dice alternative
• The Investments Board Game: Savings and funds tracker
• The Investments Board Game: How to play The Investments Board Game
• How to start your investment journey: Student guide – information to support students considering investments themselves

If your students are curious about starting their own investment journeys, our student guide outlines important steps to consider, including reflecting on personal circumstance, understanding risk and checking if a company is regulated and trustworthy to help avoid falling victim to investment scams.  

Explore the rest of the investment resources with your students to deepen their understanding and apply their learnings:

• Introduction to investing money animation
• Understanding inflation
• Exploring investment scenarios