STASH THAT CASH: BUDGETING, SAVING, AND INVESTING FOR TEENS

Topic

Coping Skills

Program Summary

This program teaches teens how to decide between short term spending and long term investments. Experts coach students on how to budget for expenses, set and attain savings goals, and choose the best ways to save and invest their money. Students will also learn how to estimate expenses, how to balance a checkbook, how internet banking works, how credit cards work, and how to avoid identity theft and scams.

Length

22 minutes

Recommended Age

Grades 7 - 12

Publication Date

2007

Teen Reviewer Comments Many teens don't know how to save and spend money. This video was catchy, interesting, and not too long.

Risk Factors Addressed

N/A

Protective Factors Addressed

Healthy beliefs and clear standards; cognitive and social skills for successful involvement.

Library Location

Beacon, Coxsackie, Kingston & LaGrange

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