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Teaching Kids Good Financial Habits
It's it more important than ever that children learn from a young age how to handle money. The following websites offer great resources to help kids of all ages get started on the right path to good financial habits:
Information for Younger Children- Children in grades K-5 will be guided by Carmen Cents and learn all about the history and mission of the FDIC.
- Become a smarter consumer at http://www.ftc.gov/YouAreHere/ which has a virtual mall where you can play games, design ads, chat with customers and store owners, and much more. You’ll learn key consumer concepts, such as how advertising affects you, how you benefit when businesses compete, how (and why) to protect your information, and how to spot scams.
- Learn about the responsibilities of the Federal Reserve, as well as some basics of economics, at http://www.federalreserve.gov/kids/default.htm#system
- MyMoney.gov, is a website dedicated to teaching all Americans the basics about financial education. Whether you are planning for college, learning about balancing your checking account, or creating a good credit history, the resources on MyMoney.gov can help you do it better.
- Teens will find a wealth of information about money management (saving, banking, investing, savings bonds, spending) here to help them start smart.
- The FDIC website provides valuable information for young adults on topics ranging from common mistakes young adults make and how to avoid them to banking, credit cards, and buying a home or car. Learn how to take control of your finances and the important steps that should be taken at key stages of life to successfully reach your financial goals.
Having good money management skills will be beneficial for a lifetime, so it makes cents to start early.
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Free My Money Toolkit- July 6, 2009

Managing money wisely is a challenge for many of us. In times like now, we are trying to stretch that dollar just a little further. The Federal government has released a toolkit that will help you with saving, investing, protecting, and getting the most for your money. You can request the toolkit using this online form or by calling 1 (888) 696 – 6639, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. eastern time (except Federal holidays). Supplies are limited, so order soon.The tool kit contains the following publications. If you click on the links below you can read these publications now!
For more information on budgeting, planning for retirement, paying for college, and more, visit the U.S. Financial Literacy and Education Commission website. more- Consumer Information Catalog – Listing of consumer education resources available from the Federal Citizen Information Center.
- Get the Facts on Saving and Investing – Provides helpful tips and worksheets for calculating net worth, income, and expenses.
- Money Smart – Learn about the FDIC’s financial education program for adults.
- Questions You Should Ask About Your Investments – Advice on questions to ask before investing.
- Social Security: Understanding the Benefits – Get details on retirement, disability, survivor's benefits, Medicare, SSI and more.
- Your New, Higher FDIC Insurance Coverage – Up to $250,000 of your money is now protected in FDIC-insured banks
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