Your child’s financial independence starts with you.
Unfortunately, too many kids in Massachusetts and Rhode Island grow up not learning how to budget, save, or manage their money, which can set them up for a future of financial struggles. That’s why it’s so important to teach your child the financial basics and how to make smart decisions with money. At BankFive, we’re committed to helping MA and RI families improve their financial skillsets and making money management fun!
Fun financial literacy activities for kids and young adults:
- MONEY TALKS Newsletter: A children’s money newsletter, brought to you by the American Bankers Association Foundation.
- The Road to Financial Responsibility Infographic: Pointers for parents at every stage.
- You Could Be a Banker Infographic: Learn about the different careers at a bank.
- "Bankers and You" Bingo: A fun way for middle schoolers to learn financial terms and concepts.
- Needs vs. Wants Coloring Sheet: Teach kids the difference between essential purchases and “nice-to-haves”.
- Color and Cut Savings Jar Wraps: Decorate your own money jar to make saving more fun.
- Nickels Coloring Book: Learn all about Nickels, the BankFive mascot!
- "Budgeting in the Real World" Worksheet: High schooler and middle schooler students can work through a sample budget to get a feel for managing expenses.
- "Developing a Habit of Savings" Tip Sheet: A handy list of tips to help get your child into the habit of saving money.
- “Reading Pays” Book List: A list of books recommended by the ABA Foundation to help students in grades K-12 become smart money managers.
