Activity: Build a Mini Business Booth – Sell an Idea, Not a Product

Perfect for: Indoors or outdoors (living room, garage, driveway, or garden)

Best for: Ages 8+ (teaches creative thinking, persuasion, entrepreneurship, and self-belief)

Activity Description:

Kids set up a pretend business booth—but instead of selling real things, they sell an idea. It could be a helpful invention, a solution to a real-world problem, or a cool experience they think people need. They create posters, prepare a mini pitch, and try to “win over” family members with their creativity and logic. This helps build presentation skills, entrepreneurial thinking, and purpose-driven creativity.

How to Do It:

1. Come Up With an “Idea Worth Spreading”

Ask your child to think of something they’d love to share with the world. Examples:

• A new way to help people feel happier
• A creative recycling machine
• A story-telling app for lonely kids
• An imaginary flying backpack
• A weekend camp that teaches animal language

It doesn’t need to be practical—it just needs to be exciting and meaningful.

2. Design the Booth

Let them set up a mini stall using:

• A cardboard box as a counter
• A table with signs and flyers
• A whiteboard or paper with drawings
• Costume props like hats, glasses, or badges

Encourage them to create a name and slogan for their idea.

3. Prepare a Short Pitch

Guide them to explain:

• What their idea is
• Why it matters
• Who it’s for
• Why someone should support it

They can write a script or practice saying it out loud like a TED Talk.

4. Invite an Audience

Family members or neighbours can visit the booth and ask questions like:

• “How does it work?”
• “Why do you care about this?”
• “What would you do with support or funding?”

This gives them practice explaining and defending their ideas.

5. Celebrate and Reflect

Let them “win” imaginary backing or print a certificate like “Most Promising Idea.” Ask them:

• “What’s something you’re proud of?”
• “Would you do this in real life someday?”

It helps them believe in the power of their ideas and their ability to change the world.

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