Fundamentals of
Funds
Curriculum
Fundamentals of Funds teaches K-5th grade students the necessary concepts of finances. Students learn the foundation of the economic system through games, real life scenarios and prizes. The students are introduced to the money system in a fun and playful way, which helps with memorization. This leads to a greater success in their economic future.
Week 1
Explaining Money
Money: Difference in Amounts-Types of Money-Correct Change
Week 4
Saving vs. Spending - Keep a little for a rainy day - Save your change
Week 2
How to Earn Money -Assign Jobs with Salaries
Where does Money come from?
Week 5
Keeping Up with Your Cash - Receipts- What do you have left
Week 3
Spending Wisely -Wants vs Needs- Taxes, Taxes, Taxes
Week 6
Make a wish list
How long to save up for these items
Week 7
Let’s Go Shopping- Spending what you’ve earned
Week 8
Know the Worth - Price vs Value