Monopoly is a popular game in the world loved by many people. The ultimate goal of the player is to own a lot of assets and become the richest person. It sounds like this game is only for adults, but in fact parents can absolutely invite their children to participate.
In addition to family entertainment and relaxation, the Monopoly board game also helps children learn more useful knowledge about finance, investment...
Let's learn about the origin of Monopoly and the benefits of this intellectual board game for children.
Origin of Monopoly board game
Monopoly was invented by Lizzie Magie based on economist Henry George's concept of "the only tax" on earth. This concept holds that people can own everything they make, including things in nature such as forests, seas, land... In 1904, he registered a patent with the name "landlord game".
Since its presence on the market, Monopoly has attracted a large number of users not only in the US but around the world. Accordingly, there are more than 275 million copies of the Monopoly board game sold. Later, many new and more attractive versions of Monopoly appeared and became an intellectual toy loved by many children.
In Vietnam, the game Monopoly is Vietnameseized with simple and easy-to-understand gameplay. A billionaire chess set includes a chess board with 40 squares, 1 dice, houses and coins of different denominations. Monopoly has become a popular Tet folk game across the country.
The benefits of the Monopoly board game for children
The Monopoly board game is not only for adults but is very suitable for children to participate in. Through this game, parents can teach their children how to spend money and invest financially. Furthermore, playing Monopoly also helps enhance children's language and communication skills. Here are the benefits of the Monopoly board game for children that parents can refer to.
Opportunity for children to practice calculation skills
Monopoly is a simple game but requires players to calculate the results of dice rolls or make purchases and exchange currencies themselves. Therefore, when playing Monopoly, children will have the opportunity to practice their calculation skills as well as distinguish different currency denominations. Compared to the somewhat rigid learning of math, letting your child learn while playing will help them absorb and remember much longer.
Help children know how to spend money properly
In the basic Monopoly board game , cash is very important in transactions of buying and selling and owning assets. However, if your child spends cash lavishly, it will not be enough to fulfill his financial obligations. From there, children will realize the importance of cash and spend money more wisely. Furthermore, children will exercise their thinking and have better plans if they want to become winners.
Teach children basic economic knowledge
Monopoly board game also helps children learn basic economic knowledge. Specifically, children will recognize the denominations of currency, the differences between each denomination, and what property ownership is like. In addition, children also get acquainted with concepts such as banking, taxes, insurance, owners...
Recognize the relationship between making money and spending money
From an initial amount of money received, players can use it for buying and selling activities, building houses, public utilities... And with ownership of existing assets, players can collect money from others when it comes to their area. Accordingly, parents should help their children realize that if they do the assigned work well, they will receive a reward (possibly pocket money) and when the child knows how to spend money properly, they can make money effectively.
Planning ability
During the process of playing Monopoly, besides buying and selling activities, children will learn how to accumulate assets. Children must plan how to spend the cash they have so they can get around the Monopoly board and reach the finish line.
Be ready to receive surprises
Life always contains many surprises. Monopoly board game will teach children lessons about money and lessons about life. Everyone starts from the same place with an equal amount of money. But during the game, each person's luck will be different, some people have "bad luck", some people have luck. But if you don't dare to try, you won't have any chance. It is important for parents to encourage their children to take chances in their own way and not to be discouraged when they encounter difficulties.
Train children's negotiation skills
The excitement of the Monopoly board game is that players can negotiate and make deals with each other to buy and sell, protect assets, and even escape prison. This helps children practice better negotiation skills and persuade others.
The importance of emergency reserves
The opportunity card in the Monopoly board game always has two sides. Therefore, players must always have a reserve to prepare for emergencies. If the player does not have enough cash to pay for additional expenses, he or she is forced to sell his or her assets at a very low price.
Increase the bond between family members
Instead of each person holding a phone, the whole family gathers together to play Tet games that will definitely leave many memorable memories for each member. All the worries and worries of adults disappear, and children have the opportunity to have fun and feel the meaningful Tet atmosphere. Furthermore, the Monopoly board game also helps children have fun while learning many useful things in life.
With the benefits that the Monopoly board game brings, this is definitely a great suggestion for the whole family to have fun during the upcoming Tet holiday. So, parents, please immediately buy a Monopoly chess set for your family for this exciting and cozy Tet.
