Finance Summer Camp
Help Middle Schoolers Learn and Practice Financial Literacy Basics
Bring financial literacy to life and teach students real-world money management skills through hands-on activities, decision making, challenges, and engaging scenarios.
Income, Spending, and Budgeting
Earning money through camp jobs is just the beginning. Players must carefully allocate their income to cover both needs and wants, adjusting their budget to handle unexpected expenses. These experiences reinforce key personal finance concepts like saving toward a goal, spending wisely, and financial planning.
Double-Entry Accounting
Students learn the importance of tracking financial transactions using a simplified double-entry accounting system. They’ll see how every financial decision affects both sides of their personal balance sheet, reinforcing smart money management habits.
Spending Decisions
Making wise financial choices is a crucial life skill. Should they splurge on a fun camp activity or save for a bigger goal? This teaches players to prioritize needs over wants, balance short-term desires with long-term goals, and build strong personal finance habits.
Job Search & Pay
Finding the right job takes strategy. Players explore camp jobs, compare wages, and learn how their earnings impact their ability to budget and save. This hands-on approach to financial literacy education creates a deeper connection between work, income, and financial well-being.
Cash and Credit
Understanding different payment methods is the key to responsible money management. Explore the pros and cons of cash vs. credit, with an emphasis on responsible credit use, interest rates, and the importance of making on-time payments.
Insurance
Unexpected events happen, even at summer camp. Learn how insurance protects against financial setbacks and manages risk. By making informed decisions about coverage, students build real-world personal finance skills.
Simplified Grading
Hands-On Learning
