Children between the ages of eight and ten are in the process of deepening their symbolic and abstract construction. They no longer simply accept orders. They have a keen sense of justice and make value judgements, constantly testing the coherence between the discourse and the actions of the adults around them.

At this stage, behaviour and examples must be very clear, as any message that lends itself to dubious interpretations will be questioned. This is an excellent opportunity to consolidate children's values, taking advantage of the fact that they will act as guardians, allies and practitioners of the actions they consider right. In addition, children are now more aware of time and are able to anticipate the future. better results from actions that require hours, days or months of effort and discipline.

It has also increased its space for action, which encompasses its relationship with the school, the the neighborhood and the city. They have more virtual activity and connect with the world through videos and games on the Internet. They begin to feel part of a larger whole.

They also begin to reflect more about their choices and the impact of their choices. their actions on themselves and on others. Money and time have become resources that they begin to manage and on which they negotiate, with themselves and with others, from subjective values.

Through challenges related to effort, limits and discipline, economic education at this stage can take advantage of the this moment of deep questioning of those who have been and lay the groundwork for them to be able to make decisions. more and more responsible.