This foundational course introduces children to the world of personal finance using stories, games, and real-life simulations. Through engaging lessons, students learn the value of money, goal-setting, budgeting, saving, and responsible spending. The course also introduces concepts like needs vs. wants, earning through chores or small business ideas, and the basics of banking. Perfect for kids ready to start their financial journey with good habits and a smart mindset.

Key Benefits:

• Teaches essential life skills through hands-on money activities
• Builds early awareness of budgeting, saving, and goal setting
• Encourages smart decision-making with money scenarios
• Prepares kids to handle real-world financial choices
• Makes learning about money fun, practical, and empowering

What You’ll Learn:

Introduction to Money

• What is money and how do we use it?

• History of money: From barter to digital wallets

• Identifying coins, bills, and basic currency math

Earn, Save, Spend

• Earning through chores, tasks, or small gigs

• Setting savings goals and making a savings plan

• Smart spending: comparing prices and making choices

Needs vs. Wants

• Understanding priorities when managing money

• Decision-making games: buy, wait, or skip?

• Creating a personal budget with fun examples

Budgeting Basics

• What is a budget and why is it important?

• How to track your income and expenses

• Simple budgeting tools and a kid-friendly tracker

Banking & Saving

• What is a bank? Understanding accounts and interest

• How savings grow over time

• Virtual tour: Piggy banks vs. savings accounts

Mini Projects & Future Planning

• Create a "Money Vision Board" with goals and timelines

• Build a pretend lemonade stand or digital store

• Final quiz and presentation on what they learned