This edition of the Pages & Pals Book Barter packs in a hands-on Money Race by Shubhada Dayal, author of A Kid's Guide to Money. Young readers then step into a future-gazing journalism activity, followed by the signature Book Barter.

 A Money Race:

• Children take on the challenge of growing their money the smartest way — learning how saving and compounding turn small, consistent choices into something big. Guided by Shubhada Dayal, they race to see who can save the most, building financial literacy and strategic thinking.
• Meet Shubhada Dayal:
  • Co-founder of Brainologi, a Mumbai-based children's learning platform shortlisted for the ReImagine Education Awards (Wharton) from 1,200 firms worldwide
  • Former financial services professional, bringing real banking experience to how she teaches kids about money
  • Co-author of A Kid's Guide to Money (2025), alongside Dr. Radhakrishnan Pillai (bestselling author of Corporate Chanakya) and Sheetal Kapoor
  • Hosts Homework Hustle, a parenting podcast on raising confident kids

The 2047 Future Gazette:

• Children become lead journalists reporting from India's 100th year of independence, inventing a bold idea that makes the nation better and writing it up as tomorrow's front-page story.
• How it works:
  • The Brief: Children are told, "Fast-forward to August 2047 — India is celebrating 100 years of Independence, and YOU are the lead journalist for the future."
  • The Invention: They dream up a genius futuristic idea — a flying eco-vehicle, a robot that cleans oceans, a tree that grows books.
  • The Takeaway: A self-authored front-page story, proving that big ideas start with imagining a better tomorrow.

The Book Barter:

• Bring a favourite book, share why you love it, and exchange it for someone else's treasured read. A fun way to discover new stories and build confidence in sharing ideas.

The Setting:

• Floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, cosy reading corners, great coffee, and a vibrant community of readers — The White Crow Books & Coffee is the perfect backdrop for a morning of creativity, stories, and connection.