Resources aligned with the “Saving” standard from the National Standards in K-12 Personal Finance Education.
Saving means setting aside part of your income for emergencies and future purchases. Money you’ll need soon usually sits in low-risk, insured bank accounts, where interest helps your savings grow faster through compounding.
Introduction to Run on the Bank for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of a bank run in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used by kids & teens to learn about a run on the bank, or used as a money & personal finance resource by parents …
Part 1: What is Social Security, How Does it Work, Types of Social Security Benefits, Eligibility Criteria Part 2: How to Claim Social Security, Amount of Benefit, Best Age to Claim Social Security Benefits Introduction to Social Security for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of social security in a simple, concise way …
Money Market Accounts vs Money Market Funds Comparison for Kids and Teens This video performs a money market accounts vs money market funds comparison in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used by kids & teens to learn about money market accounts and funds, or used as a money & …
Part 1: What is a Money Market Account, When Should it be Used Part 2: Advantages and Disadvantages of Money Market Accounts Introduction to a Money Market Account for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of a money market account in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used …
Introduction to Pension for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of pension in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used by kids & teens to learn about pension plans, or used as a money & personal finance resource by parents and teachers as part of a Financial Literacy …
Introduction to HSA for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of an HSA in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used by kids & teens to learn about a Health Savings Account, or used as a money & personal finance resource by parents and teachers as part of …
Part 1: What is a 529 Plan / Account, 529 Savings Plans, 529 Prepaid Tuition Plans Part 2: Pros & Cons of 529 Plans / Accounts, Investing in Your Own State’s vs Other States’ 529 Plan, Best 529 Plan for You Introduction to 529 Plan for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of …
Interactive Learning Experience: APR vs Interest Rate You have two mortgage offers – and the one with the lower rate charges you upfront for it in points. Find out how long you’d have to stay in the house for that to be worth paying. Quiz: Loans and Borrowing Basics Borrowing can be a useful tool …
Introduction to Savings Goals for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of savings goals in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used by kids & teens to learn about short term, medium term & long term savings goals, or used as a money & personal finance resource by …
Introduction to Central Bank for Kids and Teens This video explains the concept of a central bank in a simple, concise way for kids and beginners. It could be used by kids & teens to learn about central banks, or used as a money & personal finance resource by parents and teachers as part of …
