How to Play Monopoly Junior: Rules & Tips for Kids

Monopoly Junior (ages 5+) simplifies the classic: smaller board, single currency ($1 bills), no houses/hotels, faster play (~30 min).

Setup

1. Each player picks a token (dog, cat, car, etc.) → place on GO.
2. Shuffle Chance cards → face-down deck.
3. Banker gives each player $20 (in $1 bills).
4. Place dice near board.

Gameplay

1. Roll & move clockwise.
2. Land on unowned property: **Must buy** (pay bank, take deed).
3. Land on owned property: Pay rent (amount on deed).
4. Land on Chance: Draw card → follow instructions (move, collect, pay, free ticket booth).
5. Pass GO: Collect $2 from bank.
6. Go to Jail: Move directly to Jail. Do not collect $2. Exit next turn: pay $1, use "Get Out Free" card, or roll doubles.

Ticket Booths (Replace Houses)

• When you own both properties of a color, put a ticket booth on each (free).
• Rent doubles when booths present.

Winning

Game ends when one player **runs out of money**. Remaining players count cash; **most money wins**. (Alternatively: first to bankrupt all others.)

Tips for Kids

• Count spaces aloud — reinforces numeracy.
• Encourage "deals" (trade properties) — teaches negotiation.
• Use "Short Game" variant: play to $X (e.g., $50) instead of bankruptcy.
• Team play: 2v2, shared money.

Monopoly Junior builds money math, turn-taking, and strategic thinking — without the 4-hour marathon.