The Basics
We’ve gathered resources and activities below you can use to help teach your kids about the importance of saving, managing their money and having a healthy financial outlook for the future.
- WHAT IS A BANK?
- FUN WITH BUDGETING YOUR MONEY
- MASTERING BUDGETING AND SAVING MONEY
- CHECKING VS. SAVINGS ACCOUNTS
- UNDERSTANDING PAYCHECKS
- SAVING FOR COLLEGE
- LEARNING ABOUT THE US DOLLAR
These materials have been prepared in association with Tutor Doctor Albuquerque .
Financial Literacy Resources
Why Financial Literacy?
Learning how to manage money is one of the most important things a young person can do. Gaining an understanding of these skills early on can set the stage for a successful entry into adulthood and will serve them for their entire life. No matter what their age, they can start learning some elements of financial literacy now.
Financial Literacy Resource Directory
The Financial Literacy Resource Directory provides publicly available information on financial literacy and education resources for consumers, bank financial educators, nonprofit organizations, and other financial literacy practitioners.
Intuit for Education
Intuit for Education is a free and flexible financial literacy program that uses real-world tools to learn about finances and build financial confidence.
Investing for All Ages
No matter your age, we can all learn something about investing. When it comes to creating a plan to help you meet your financial goals and investing for a strong financial future, everyone can learn something – no matter your age or generation. Sharing knowledge and having a conversation with your family members can make talking about finances more comfortable.
United Way - Financial Security
Everyone deserves the opportunity to earn a living that can sustain a family and build security for future generations. That’s why we’re partnering to help more adults thrive in a career, live in quality housing and build generational wealth.
FDIC - Money Smart for Young People
FDIC Money Smart for Young People features four free age-appropriate curricula that promote financial understanding and are specifically designed for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade educators.
CFPN - Consumer Resources
Wherever you are on your financial journey, you can prepare yourself to make informed financial decisions with these resources.
