Students learn about the ins and outs of Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) and their crucial role in financial planning for retirement. In our guide, we delve into the key differences between Traditional and Roth IRAs, including their unique tax advantages, eligibility requirements, and how they can be effectively utilized for long-term savings. Traditional IRAs offer … Continue reading What is an IRA? A Beginner’s Guide to Individual Retirement Accounts Lesson
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Students learn a lesson on the fundamentals of bank accounts, exploring the differences between checking and savings accounts, and understanding the pivotal role these accounts play in wise money management and achieving financial independence. This lesson on bank accounts introduces learners to the essentials of how bank accounts operate, including the distinct advantages of checking … Continue reading What is a Bank Account? The Basics of Checking & Savings Accounts for Beginners Lesson
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Students learn about shrinkflation and its impact on personal finance with guidance from the Cookie Monster. This lesson provides an easy-to-understand guide on how shrinkflation affects everyday products like cookies, paper towels, and cereal, offering strategies for maintaining your budget without sacrificing your favorite snacks. Understand the phenomenon of getting less for the same price, … Continue reading What is Shrinkflation? Why Products Get Smaller But Prices Don’t Lesson
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Students learn a lesson about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), often referred to as food stamps, and its critical role in supporting Americans’ health and financial well-being. This lesson covers the essentials of SNAP, including eligibility requirements, benefits, and the application process. It emphasizes how SNAP helps a diverse group of recipients—from students to … Continue reading What is SNAP? Eligibility and Benefits of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Lesson
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Students learn a lesson on the shift towards dynamic pricing in the fast food industry, with a focus on Wendy’s innovative strategy. This lesson explains how Wendy’s uses demand-based pricing, similar to airlines and ride-sharing apps, to adjust meal costs. It highlights the reasons for this shift, such as enhancing customer service and efficiency, and … Continue reading Dynamic Pricing: Why Your Wendy’s Meal Might Cost More or Less Lesson
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This lesson teaches students about the basics of Social Security and its role in their future financial planning. It provides a comprehensive overview of how Social Security works, including the impact of payroll tax contributions on future benefits. Students will discover the importance of incorporating Social Security into their retirement strategies and learn how early … Continue reading What is Social Security? Tax Contributions and Benefits
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Categories Earning Money, Saving & Investing, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
In this comprehensive lesson, students will be equipped with the necessary skills to accurately complete the 2023 IRS Form 1040 for the upcoming 2024 tax season, ensuring they are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of individual tax filing. The lesson is designed to demystify the tax filing process and clarify the various sections of the … Continue reading How to Fill out Form 1040 for 2023 Taxes Lesson
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This lesson teaches students how inflation and interest rates impact your daily life and budget, based on the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. It covers the effects of inflation on various aspects of daily budgeting, from grocery shopping to managing household expenses. The lesson also explores practical strategies for stretching your dollar further amid … Continue reading Unexpected Inflation: Navigating Higher Prices on a Budget Lesson
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Categories Budgeting, Economics, Saving & Investing, Tags 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade
Students learn a lesson about the importance of financial transparency and responsibility through “Loud Budgeting,” a social media trend popularized on TikTok. This approach to personal finance focuses on openly communicating financial limitations, such as declining social outings to stay within budget. It’s a lifestyle shift that emphasizes vocal financial responsibility, encouraging individuals to balance … Continue reading Loud Budgeting: New Saving Money Trend Lesson
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This lesson teaches how to file taxes for free in 2024 using the IRS Free File program. It is an informative guide on the program, designed to aid individuals, particularly those with an adjusted gross income of less than $79,000 annually, in navigating the complexities of tax filing. The lesson covers the essentials of utilizing … Continue reading Free Tax Filing | IRS Free File Lesson
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