Money Management for Kids (3rd through 5th Grade) |
The NFEC’s “Money Management for Kids” curriculum not only is fun and engaging; it also meets core educational standards. Designed to motivate participants to take positive action, the curriculum uses practical, hands-on learning to let students reap the benefits of improving their financial capabilities |
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This page provides money management curriculum for kids currently the 3rd to 5th grades. If you’re looking to serve a different age group, visit the links below. |
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The NFEC suggests sharing money management curriculum with kids early on, beginning their financial education before they enter junior high. During these formative years children begin developing financial habits that often stay with them through adulthood. Sharing money management lessons with kids when they’re young can help them pick up needed life skills to reduce future financial stress, worry, and problems.
Many kids today understand the importance |
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money plays in their lives. Unfortunately, most financial education curriculum for kids is written by bankers or credit card companies. The result is boring, dull, impractical programs likely to turn kids off from learning. |
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The NFEC’s Money Management for Kids curriculum engages students while remaining fun for teachers to deliver. Educators, financial professionals, and financial education experts created the program to incorporate practical lessons that meet core educational standards. |
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The NFECs’ money management for kids curriculum features:
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Fun and Engaging Lessons. The NFEC’s financial literacy curriculum for kids features activities that engage students in the learning process. Hands-on learning increases retention rates and makes the process more enjoyable for students and educators alike. The ultimate goal of the lesson plans is to motivate kids to take immediate action to shape their financial habits, so they keep those positive habits as they mature. |
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Practical Instruction that Meets Educational Standards. The NFEC’s financial literacy curriculum for kids was designed by a team of award-winning educators, financial professionals, and financial education experts to ensure the material bridges the gap between theory-based education and practical application. |
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Financial Educator Training: Teaching kids money management lessons is different than teaching any other subject. The NFEC’s training program assists people who want to improve the effectiveness of the financial literacy curriculum. Graduates of this professional development course, who earn a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI) designation, have reported feeling an added sense of confidence while teaching kids about money.
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Grade Levels: The NFEC’s money management for kids program was specifically designed for students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. Some educators have used the program for higher grade levels to teach students who may be behind in math.
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Consultation: The NFEC support team assists instructors to develop a custom program that fits into the allotted time. The NFEC’s Certified Financial Education Professionals can help you choose the lesson plans that best fit your objectives, time requirements, and participant academic level. |
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Financial Literacy Testing: The money management for kids program comes with pre- and post-testing material, quizzes, and surveys. Testing allows you to quantify program success and address any areas where students may be lacking information.
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Money Grows on Trees. This guide for instructors and parents provides lessons to teach kids about money effectively. Written in story format, the guide offers practical tips on how to talk to kids about money.
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Family Money Talks. This guide features the 10 personal finance talks that parents or educators must have with their children. Although designed for older students, the guide shares valuable lessons that will help educators and parents introduce personal financial lessons to kids of any age.
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This 'single-site' licence is for
those that will be delivering this from a single physical address. |
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This 'mulitple-site' license is for those interested in sharing the material at a variety of locations. |
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The NFEC appreciates your efforts to provide money management training to our nation’s future generation. Together we can help our youth avoid common financial pitfalls and enjoy rewarding lives.
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