Digital workshops

We are happy to offer free digital workshops that provide an inspiring, interdisciplinary introduction to money. Our workshops have been designed to encourage pupils to think critically and creatively through exploration and discovery. Free handling materials are sent in advance to make our digital workshops as sensory and engaging as possible. These activities help learners make meaningful links across the curriculum.

Sample Screen from What is Money digital presentation

Inspiring, hands-on Digital Workshops

Our digital workshops draw upon the strengths of our collections and staff expertise while meeting the educational needs of young people.

We provide handling materials that form the basis of a cross-curricular exploration of money that show us who we are, where we have come from and how we’ve got to where we are today.

Live and Interactive:

Workshops are led via Microsoft Teams by a Money expert – a member of the Museum team who will encourage curiosity and promote discussion.

They are best suited for children aged 8 – 11 and can be adapted to meet the needs and interests of a class.

Workshops are approximately 30 minutes long, but there is a possibility to extend to 60 minutes for older pupils.

Workshops are free of charge.

How to book?

The sessions can be booked via this MS Form – Digital Workshop Booking

Alternatively, email us on info@museumonthemound.com (link sends an email) or call us on 0131 243 5464 to discuss your requirements.

Digital Workshops

1

What is Money?

A selection of three types of ethnographic currency - sorry we can't say what as you have to guess

Pupils will use their investigative skills to explore different things people have used as money in other countries, and in the past.

Aim: Help pupils understand the value of money.

2

Money-wise

3 badges designed by young people

Optional extension: Older pupils will analyse old bank advertisements promoting saving. They will be encouraged to think creatively and share personal finance tips with others.

We can work with your pupils to make brilliant badges like these:

Aim: Get pupils talking enthusiastically about keeping money safe.