Money Moves: Financial Literacy for Ages 11-14
n this 20-lesson self-paced course, students will learn how to manage money wisely by mastering the essentials of budgeting, saving, and investing. They’ll discover how to set financial goals, build smart money habits, and make decisions!
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What's included
20 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
2-4 hours per week. includedAssessment
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Money Matters – Financial Literacy for Kids & Teens In this engaging course, students will learn essential money skills, including earning, saving, budgeting, investing, and spending wisely. Through fun activities and real-life examples, they’ll build smart financial habits to manage money confidently. What Students Will Learn: 1. Financial Literacy – Basics, Importance & where to learn more 2. Earning Money – Jobs, passive income & creative ways to earn 3. Entrepreneurship – Starting a business & its benefits 4.Money Management – Budgeting, saving & responsible spending 5. Banking & Investing – Savings accounts, emergency funds & smart investments 6. Debt & Financial Responsibility – Avoiding debt & setting financial goals 7. Community Impact – How money flows through society Perfect for young learners eager to develop smart money habits for life!
Learning Goals
✅ Understand the basics of financial literacy and why it’s important
✅ Learn how to earn, save, and budget money wisely✅ Explore entrepreneurship and ways to create income
✅ Develop skills in money management, smart spending, and avoiding debt
Syllabus
1 Unit
20 Lessons
over 8 WeeksUnit 1:
Lesson 1:
Financial Literacy
-What is financial literacy?
-Importance of Financial Literacy
-Where to Learn More About Financial Literacy 1 assignment
Lesson 2:
How to Earn Money
-How to Earn Money
-Job Examples
-Passive Income
-The Importance of Earning Money
-How Kids Earn Money 1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Entrepreneurship
-What is Entrepreneurship?
-What is the Importance of Entrepreneurship?
-Benefits of Entrepreneurship?
-Examples of Business Entrepreneurship 1 assignment
Lesson 4:
Money Management
-What is the Importance of Money Management?
-What does Money Management Include?
-Money Management Table for Youth 1 assignment
Other Details
Learning Needs
This financial literacy class is intentionally designed to support a variety of learning needs, including ADHD, dyslexia, and ASD, by using interactive and hands-on activities to keep students engaged and focused. For students with ADHD, I
Parental Guidance
This course covers financial literacy topics, including earning money, budgeting, debt awareness, and investing. While the content is age-appropriate, discussions about money management and financial responsibility may prompt learners to reflect on personal or family finances.
No sensitive or upsetting content is included. However, parental support is encouraged, especially for activities related to budgeting, savings accounts, and investments, as students may have questions about real-life applications.
This course does not require third-party tools or external accounts.
Pre-Requisites
No Prerequisite
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
This course is designed using a variety of reliable financial education sources, including books, articles, and real-world financial strategies. All lessons are structured to provide practical knowledge on financial literacy, money management, budgeting, and investing.
For additional learning materials and to access the course, visit our website:https://investyoungmoney.com/collections/courses
Joined January, 2025
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! I’m Natelya, and I’ve been passionate about financial education for over four years. I love helping young learners understand money, from earning and saving to budgeting and investing. My goal is to make financial literacy fun, practical, and easy to apply in everyday life.
I’ve worked with kids and teens in different learning settings, guiding them to build smart money habits that will benefit them for years to come. Whether it’s teaching how to budget an allowance or explaining the power of investing, I believe that financial knowledge is one of the best gifts we can give the next generation. I can’t wait to share this journey with you!Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$14
weekly20 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
Choose your start date
1 year of access to the content
Ages: 11-14
