MountainOne's Mo The Spokesgoat and Financial Literacy Program FAQ

What is the MountainOne Storybook Program?

The MountainOne Storybook Program is a series featuring Mo the Spokesgoat, designed to promote early literacy, financial education, and positive life skills for young readers through engaging storybooks like ‘How to Climb a Mountain’ and ‘Something to Save’.

Who is Mo the Spokesgoat?

Mo the Spokesgoat is the mascot of MountainOne’s Storybook Program, featured in their educational storybooks to teach children about saving money, planning ahead, and making thoughtful choices in a fun and approachable way.

What was the event at the Hull Lifesaving Museum about?

The event was part of the Hull Lifesaving Museum’s Summer Adventure program, where MountainOne team members read ‘Something to Save’ to children, discussed the importance of saving and goal setting, and introduced them to Mo the Spokesgoat.

Who participated in the event from MountainOne?

Community Banking Officers Devon Stone and Meghan Dunphy, along with Universal Banker Chris Barber from MountainOne’s Scituate branch, led the reading and activities at the event.

How does the Storybook Program help children?

The program helps children build early financial awareness and literacy through engaging storybooks and interactive activities, making complex concepts like saving and planning ahead relatable and understandable for young readers.

Where can I find more information about Mo’s Storybook Program?

More information about the program, including upcoming events and free resources for families, can be found at mountainone.com/mo-storybook.

What are the titles of the books in the Storybook Program?

The first titles in the series are ‘How to Climb a Mountain’ and ‘Something to Save’, which feature Mo the Spokesgoat and his adventures teaching financial literacy and life skills.

Why is financial literacy important for children?

Financial literacy is important for children as it lays the foundation for making informed and thoughtful financial decisions in the future, teaching them the value of saving, planning, and goal setting early in life.