So...what exactly is this website?
I'm glad you asked! This website is a beginners guide to information you'll need to be a fully functioning adult! That's a tall order, I know, but I will do my best to get you started. The information you'll find here will be educational and hopefully useful. My goal is to get you started on learning more in regards to topics such as personal independence and financial literacy. At this current stage of development, the focus is on financial information you'll want to know as you begin to take on more financial responsibilities. All those pesky credit card procedures and vernacular and plenty more. You'll find all the information you need to know, and some practice scenarios to get you started! Not only that BUT also links to other amazing resources which seek to prepare you for the ups and downs of being financially responsible. The purpose of this website is to allow you to put your foot in the door and begin learning useful life skills. It is not an end all be all stop for financial education. It is aimed to be used for students in the comfort of their home, to begin their research. For my fellow teachers, I've included links to resources with amazing classroom applications which can be used to further enrich the student's education.
Navigating This Guide
As you can see, there are three tabs along the top right of the site: "Financial Literacy", "Games", and "Teachers". I'll explain what's in each one individually so you can decide where to go.
Financial Literacy:
Here you'll find various learning modules concerning financial literacy. At this stage there are four learning modules:
These four modules contain all the information and resources you will need to start taking responsibility for your personal finances. You'll learn all the ins and outs of using a credit card, how to live on a budget, different types of college loans, and much more. It was built with the "just-in-time" learning theory in mind. The idea is that as you leave high school you're probably not going to need to know how to pay off a mortgage right away. The information here is what you need to get started and at least know what you're dealing with when faced with likely financial scenarios in the next few years. I've also included links to websites where you can conduct further research on topics not covered here.
To get started just move your mouse over the "Financial Literacy" tab for a drop down of all the modules and the lessons within them.
Financial Literacy:
Here you'll find various learning modules concerning financial literacy. At this stage there are four learning modules:
These four modules contain all the information and resources you will need to start taking responsibility for your personal finances. You'll learn all the ins and outs of using a credit card, how to live on a budget, different types of college loans, and much more. It was built with the "just-in-time" learning theory in mind. The idea is that as you leave high school you're probably not going to need to know how to pay off a mortgage right away. The information here is what you need to get started and at least know what you're dealing with when faced with likely financial scenarios in the next few years. I've also included links to websites where you can conduct further research on topics not covered here.
To get started just move your mouse over the "Financial Literacy" tab for a drop down of all the modules and the lessons within them.
Games:
The name is pretty self explanatory! Here, you'll find a bunch of online games to help you practice your financial literacy skills in fun and non-risk settings. They're a great tool to practice with and determine how much you know. Plus they're loads of fun! I know it can be tempting to start here but, unless you consider yourself an expert on financial literacy and really want to test your knowledge, I'd visit the learning modules first. Or alternatively, you can compare your in game decisions before and after you look through the information!
The name is pretty self explanatory! Here, you'll find a bunch of online games to help you practice your financial literacy skills in fun and non-risk settings. They're a great tool to practice with and determine how much you know. Plus they're loads of fun! I know it can be tempting to start here but, unless you consider yourself an expert on financial literacy and really want to test your knowledge, I'd visit the learning modules first. Or alternatively, you can compare your in game decisions before and after you look through the information!
Teachers:
This page is a place for teachers to access all of the resources I found and used to build my learning modules. They'll have access to various informational websites, pdf books, and classroom curriculum. I created this guide using a mix of various resources and teaching units. Each different resource had its benefits and drawbacks, with this page you will be able to decide what parts you want to use in the classroom! This is where you will find links to classroom activities to teach some of the topics covered in "Financial Literacy"
This page is a place for teachers to access all of the resources I found and used to build my learning modules. They'll have access to various informational websites, pdf books, and classroom curriculum. I created this guide using a mix of various resources and teaching units. Each different resource had its benefits and drawbacks, with this page you will be able to decide what parts you want to use in the classroom! This is where you will find links to classroom activities to teach some of the topics covered in "Financial Literacy"
Coming Soon....
"Personal Independence"
"Personal Independence"
- Cooking Skills!
- Sewing!
- Household maintenance!
- My own personal YouTube videos!
- And More!