In this study, we are interested in parents' views of the American Dream and how they may talk to their children about concepts related to the American Dream. We also want to know how these conversations may differ for people who have immigrated to the U.S. compared to those who have not. This study will give us valuable insight into how parents communicate information about the American Dream and social inequalities to their children.

This project includes a short structured game in which children will get to simulate buying items from a school book fair. This game will practice budgeting money and spending on different types of resources. By asking children to complete this game, we will gain valuable information about how children choose to spend money and the factors that may influence their decisions.

This study includes a short structured game that tests young children’s knowledge about material goods and occupations related to different economic statuses. By asking children to complete this game, we will gain valuable information about how children perceive information related to economic status and understand their social world.