Education Articles

Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards

As you grow older, being able to manage finances becomes more important—and more complicated. Take credit and debit cards, for example. Both cards are commonly used for transactions, but they work in very different ways.

Building Credit From Scratch

Building credit as a teen can be challenging since most credit-building activities require you to be at least 18 years old. Thankfully, there are some steps you can take now to establish a solid credit foundation to build on.

Exploring Bank Accounts

Opening a bank account is an important step toward financial independence and responsible money management. It lets you securely store your money, learn about banking services, and develop essential financial skills.  

Buying Your First Car

Buying a car is a big step toward independence. It’s also a lot of responsibility (and potentially a lot of money). Even if you can’t purchase a car just yet, it’s never too early to learn the process. Here’s a simple guide to the steps involved.

How to Get a Job for Teens

Whether you’re a teen searching for your first or next job, it can be a challenge knowing where to look. Check out the following tips for jumpstarting your search.  

4 Steps to Start Saving

What do buying your first car, upgrading your phone, and taking a road trip have in common? They all cost money—and sometimes a lot of it. But saving money isn’t always easy, and often the hardest part is just getting started. This is where a savings plan can come in handy.

Plan a Meal

What does financial education have to do with cooking? Well, a lot, it turns out! With this activity, created especially for kids ages 8-12, you’ll satisfy your taste buds while also sharpening your financial skills. Get ready to unleash your creativity, make thoughtful decisions, and discover the power of smart money management.  

Wants vs. Needs

It’s a good habit to consider whether an item is a “need” or “want” before putting down your hard-earned money. But first you need to learn the difference between the two!

4 Activities with Coins

Learn all about coins with these four interactive activities , fostering knowledge of coin values, recognition, and creative exploration . These activities are perfect for children ages 3-7.    1. Money Tic-Tac-Toe   Draw a tic-tac-toe board and use coins as the markers! As you play, trade coins for each game, identifying their different values...

Play Store

You know what it’s like to go shopping at the store, but here’s your chance to run a store of your own! You’ll need at least two people for this activity—one shopper and one store owner.  Collect the items you’d like to “sell” at your store! It can be anything from stuffed animals to paper towels.  What will you use for money? You can either use...