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​Financial Literacy Resources

Financial Literacy resources for students, parents, caregivers and educators. 
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
Great Minds Think: A New Guide to Money
"Introduces students to basic concepts in personal finance and helps them understand how to think critically about money decisions. This free resource is available in English and Spanish as a self-directed activity book and interactive online game." - clevelandfed.org

Hands-On-Banking
"We’ll show you where money comes from, how you can use it, and how banks help keep it safe." - youth.handsonbanking.org
Elementary School Course

Junior Achievement
K-2 Self-Guided Resources
3-5 Grade Self-Guided Resources

Practical Money Skills 
Peter Pig's Money Counter Game 
"Learning about money is fun with Peter Pig. In this interactive game, kids practice identifying, counting and saving money while learning fun facts about U.S. currency. After completing the game, players are rewarded with a trip to the virtual store to buy accessories within budget and dress up Peter Pig in fun scenes." - practicalmoneyskills.com

TheMint.org
Activities For Kids
"Try out these activities, challenges and calculators – some deal with spending, some with saving, some with borrowing. They'll let you know just how sharp your money smarts are." - themint.org
(Themint.org is endorsed by the American Library Association as a Great Web Site for Kids)
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TIME for Kids
Financial Literacy for Kids 
A collection of TIME for Kids Financial Literacy related articles. 4-8 grade.
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United States Mint
Coins, Games, Activities and More
The United States Mint kids website is a wealth of information about money. 
Parents and caregivers: check out "Kids Coin Activities" for at-home learning activities here. 


MIDDLE SCHOOL & HIGH SCHOOL

BizKid$
"Biz Kid$ is a national financial literacy initiative based on the Emmy Award-winning public television series where kids teach kids about money and business."
BizKids Resources
Videos, young entrepreneur profiles, business plans for kids
Biz Kids Games

Hands-On-Banking
"Learn how to start saving and how to boost your earning power. You’ll get information and tools to get started toward your personal money goals and dreams." - youth.handsonbanking.org
Middle School Course
High School Course 

Junior Achievement
Self-Guided Financial Literacy Resources
Middle School
High School

My Next Move
https://www.mynextmove.org/
Explore career options and decide what you want to be when you grow up!

TheMint.org
Activities For Teens
"Try out these activities, challenges and calculators – some deal with spending, some with saving, some with borrowing. They'll let you know just how sharp your money smarts are." - themint.org

VISA & NFL
Financial Football
Financial Football in Spanish
 "A fast-paced, interactive game that engages students while teaching them money management skills."

Washington County Free Library 
Teens Financial Literacy Database
Login using your Washington Country Free Library card number, OR WCPS students can use their ID number to login.
For other great learning-at-home resources visit the Washington Country Free Library "Learning At Home" page here.


FOR EDUCATORS, PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Money Smart for Young People
Comprehensive financial literacy curriculum by age
Pre-K-2
Grades 3-5
Grades 6-8
Grades 9-12

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Kiddynomics
An Economics Curriculum for Young Learners...lessons designed to introduce young children to the economic way of thinking. For Pre-K & Kindergarten students.

Econ Ed at the St. Louis Fed
"Your planning and classroom times are limited. Our free economics and personal finance lessons, activities, and readings provide flexibility and real-world connections, making it easier to prepare students with 21st century skills for college and career readiness. We have great resources for consumers and parents, too!" - www.stlouisfed.org/education 


RECURSOS EN ESPAÑOL
El Dinero Mientras Creces: Ayuda para padres y cuidadores
Financial Football in Spanish
​FDIC Money Smart for Young People (
Money Smart para la Juventud​)
​Great Minds Think
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  • About Us
    • Who We Are
    • What We Do
    • Who We Serve
    • Our Impact
    • FAQs
  • PROGRAMS
    • Equity in Education
    • Financial Literacy >
      • Financial Literacy Docs
      • Financial Literacy Resources
    • Innovative Grants >
      • 2021
      • 2020
      • 2019
      • 2018
      • 2017 >
        • 2017 Success Stories
      • 2016 >
        • 2016 Success Stories
      • 2015
      • 2014
      • 2013
      • Pre-2013
    • Super Readers
  • Community
    • Success Stories
    • In the News
    • Events >
      • Teacher Shout-Out 2022
      • Donation Drive
      • Golf
      • ESP AWARDS 2023 >
        • ESP AWARDS 2022
    • WCPS staff & educators
  • Support
    • DONATE NOW
    • Become A Partner
    • Volunteer
    • Spirit Wear
    • Amazon Smile
    • Casual For Charity