Local schools will soon get the chance to have lots of fun and pick up financial literacy skills at the same time.
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Ulladulla, Huskisson, Nowra and Berry primary school students will learn crucial financial literacy skills this month when the Horizon Credit Union and The National Theatre for Children (NTC) tour returns.
The organisations, for the fifth year running, have partnered to deliver Showdown at Two Bob Billabong to schools across the region from May 27.
Horizon Chief Executive Officer, Jon Stanfield, said there were thrilled to be in a position to give back to the community by sponsoring these educational programs for children's financial literacy.
"One of the things that set us apart from other financial institutions is that we exist for the benefit of our members," he said.
"Our main aim is to help them manage their money better.
"Establishing good savings habits at a young age is a priceless skill that can be carried through to adulthood."
The fun, comedic and interactive educational program will focus on what is money, the uses of money, why we should save money and how we can save money.
The financial concepts covered in NTC's Showdown at Two Bob Billabong live shows are reinforced by student workbooks (both online and print versions), teacher guides, digital games and activities that align with the curriculum and are provided at no cost to the schools through Horizon Credit Union's sponsorship.