Topics covered in Elementary Personal Finance
Counting Currency
Teach how to add up different kinds of coins and bills.
Interest & Fees
Explain the concept of earning interest on untouched money in an account.
Income
Show various sources of income such as salaries and allowances.
Loans & IOUs
Introduce the concept of receiving money that needs to be paid back over time.
Income vs. Expense
Help students understand the difference between income and expenses.
Savings Accounts
Demonstrate how to open and manage a savings account.
Smart Spending
Teach students the importance of finding cheaper alternatives at the market.
Savings Goals
Teach how to set, plan, and achieve financial goals.
Borrowing Money
Teach the implications of borrowing and how to make informed financial decisions.
Elementary Personal Finance Units
In this game, students learn the basics of income, spending, and borrowing in a fun, easy to understand way.
GRADES 3-7 | ENGLISH & SPANISH
Lemonade Tycoon
Refresh your approach to teaching about expense tracking, loan payoff, and savings goals as students strive to run a successful lemonade stand.
Elementary Personal Finance Workbook
This free printed workbook complements the online content and expands on financial literacy topics for elementary-aged kids.
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Beyond the Basics
This course teaches kids how to earn and manage their own money using lifelike scenarios that challenge them to pay unexpected expenses and save for the future.
Vocabulary Practice
Invite students to study flashcards containing important financial terms.
Meets State Curriculum Standards
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Simplified Grading
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Hands-On Learning
Help students grow individually with a virtual world of decision-making.
Progress Monitoring
Progress tracking and clear decision trees monitor your students’ growth.
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