Give Your Child a Head Start in Financial Education
Start Teaching Money Skills young and Set Your Children Up For
Financial Success
The Game of Money: A Kids' Financial Adventure - Get ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of money! In this interactive course, kids will learn essential financial skills through fun games and activities. From mastering the art of budgeting to making smart choices between needs and wants, kids will develop a solid foundation in money management. Through captivating stories and creative challenges, they'll gain confidence in handling money responsibly, setting the stage for a lifetime of financial success. Come be a part of this engaging, culture changing and educational expedition "Game of Money!
The Course Content
Customized Money Management Education for kids, aligned with their grade level. Starting off with basic money concepts to learning about budgeting and investing.
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Discovering Money: Needs vs. Wants" - In this engaging lesson, kids will explore the concepts of needs and wants, and how they relate to money. Through fun activities and interactive discussions, children will learn to differentiate between essential needs and desirable wants, helping them make smart choices with their money. They'll gain understanding of the importance of prioritizing needs over wants.
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Exploring Money: Understanding Credit for Kids" - This captivating lesson introduces kids to the concept of credit and its role in the world of money. Through age-appropriate examples and interactive activities, children will grasp the idea of borrowing and repaying, while learning the importance of responsible credit use. By the end of the lesson, kids will have a basic understanding of credit cards, loans, and the value of managing credit wisely.
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Money Adventures: Exploring Banks for Kids" - In this exciting lesson, kids will embark on a journey to discover the fascinating world of banks. Through engaging stories and interactive games, children will learn about the purpose of banks, how they keep money safe, and the services they offer. From savings accounts to ATM machines, kids will gain a basic understanding of how banks help us manage our money. By the end of the lesson, they'll be inspired to start their own money-saving adventure!
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Money Explorers: Understanding Debt for Kids" - This captivating lesson introduces kids to the concept of debt and its role in the world of money. Through relatable examples and interactive activities, children will learn how debt works, why people borrow money, and the importance of responsible borrowing. By the end of the lesson, kids will have a basic understanding of loans, interest, and the value of making informed financial decisions.
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Savings Superstars: Exploring Money through Saving for Kids" - In this fun and educational lesson, kids will become Savings Superstars as they dive into the exciting world of saving money. Through creative activities and engaging discussions, children will learn the importance of setting goals, making choices, and building a savings habit. By the end of the lesson, kids will be empowered with the knowledge and enthusiasm to start their own savings journey, preparing them for a bright financial future.
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Money Adventures: Exploring Jobs vs. Careers for Kids" - Join us in this interactive lesson as we embark on a journey to uncover the difference between jobs and careers. Through captivating stories and imaginative activities, kids will learn about various professions, the skills they require, and the potential they hold for the future. By the end of the lesson, children will understand the concept of long-term career choices and how different paths can impact their financial success and personal fulfillment.
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Moneywise Explorers: Navigating Education for Kids" - In this enlightening lesson, young learners will embark on an educational adventure to discover the value of investing in their own learning journey. Through engaging activities and discussions, kids will understand how education can shape their future opportunities and financial well-being. They'll explore the link between education and career options, while gaining insights into making informed choices that will benefit them for a lifetime.
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Money Detectives: Is It Making or Taking Your Money? Creative Ways to Grow Your Money" - Join our Money Detectives on a thrilling quest to decipher whether your choices are making money for you or taking it away. Through imaginative exercises and interactive games, kids will learn to identify opportunities that can help them grow their money over time. From starting a small business to exploring the magic of compound interest, children will uncover creative strategies that empower them to make their money work for them.
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Budgeting Explorers: Navigating Your Money Journey for Kids" - In this exciting lesson, young adventurers will learn the art of budgeting, a valuable skill for managing money wisely. Through interactive activities and relatable scenarios, kids will discover how to make a plan for their spending and saving. By the end of the lesson, children will have the tools to prioritize their wants and needs, allocate funds, and set the stage for a lifetime of financial success.
Course Format
Every video lesson is only 8-15 minutes for fun & quick learning! We provide each lesson in written and video format to make it suit different learning styles. The course also meets the new Alberta Education requirements for money management.
“The Game of Money”course has:
Video lessons
Practical PDF lessons
Applicable Games
Helpful tools, tips, and advice via newsletters
Course Pricing varies per grade
ABOUT US
The lessons feature Ryan Gaunce (Certified Financial Planner), Kathy Gaunce (CEO) and Professor ROI (Business Owner). We understand how important your kids' future is to you and we want to help you help them get ahead, starting today. Here is why Next Gen Way was created; this is Kathy’s story:
“At the age of 24, I found myself in a daunting situation that I never saw coming. Throughout my university years, I had unwittingly amassed a staggering $140,000 of consumer debt. Being a student, credit card companies saw an opportunity and bombarded me with enticing offers. With little understanding of financial responsibility, I saw these cards as a means to attain things I desired without realizing the repercussions that awaited.
The allure of instant gratification led me down a treacherous path. Each credit card seemed like a golden ticket to a world of possibilities, and I eagerly accepted them, unaware of the mounting debt that would soon engulf me. The concept of having to repay the borrowed money wasn't something I comprehended fully at the time.
Soon enough, the excitement of swiping those cards turned into a nightmare of financial stress. The weight of the debt pressed heavily on my shoulders, and I felt suffocated by the burden of repayment. It was then that I realized the importance of understanding how to handle money wisely. My lack of financial literacy had brought me to a point where I had to confront the consequences of my actions.
Reflecting on my journey, I knew that as a parent, my experience had taught me a crucial lesson. I didn't want my children to navigate the same treacherous path of debt that I had encountered. I wanted to equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed financial decisions. I wanted to ensure that they understood the difference between needs and wants, the importance of budgeting, and the value of saving.
My story serves as a cautionary tale, a reminder that financial education is an essential aspect of life. As parents, it is our responsibility to guide our children on a path of financial literacy, ensuring they have the tools to make sound choices and secure a stable financial future. I'm committed to preventing others from going through what I did, so they can embark on their journey with confidence and financial wisdom. It took my husband and I seven years to pay off all the loans but we did it and now we can help others avoid the pain that we went thru.”