Financial Literacy Resources/Links

There are a number of resources (many offered at no charge) available for parents and children to find out more about money management and personal finance. Click on any of the links below to get started.

Maine Jump$tart Coalition
National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE)
Googolplex - The Credit Union Guide for Student Money Makers
Budgeting Workbook for Young Adults - Full of lessons, concepts and useful information for college and high school-age students

Age-Specific Resources
Money Games for Kids: Click here to download games that kids (ages 4-13) can play to learn more about money and finances
Preschool: Teaching preschoolers about spending & saving
Grades K-5: Stories, games and ideas to help elementary school children learn about money
Grades 6-8: Money concepts and tools for middle schoolers; Sample Budget Sheet for Middle and Elementary School students
High School Students: High School Financial Planning Program and Booklets, supported by the National Endowment for Financial Education and Credit Unions; Sample Budget Sheet for Teens