Unit
Money Fundamentals
The foundation for every money decision: what financial literacy is, how opportunity cost works, and how to set goals.
Lessons
Money isn't just math—it's a reflection of your values, goals, and vision. This lesson defines financial literacy, explores its real-life stakes, and connects everyday spending choices to what matters most to students.
Every choice has a hidden cost, called the opportunity cost. In this lesson, students evaluate trade-offs by identifying the next-best alternative they give up when making a decision.
A goal without a plan is just a wish, and most wishes don't come with price tags. This lesson introduces the S.M.A.R.T. goal framework and connects it to real savings strategies so students can turn vague financial intentions into actionable plans.
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