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What is a credit union?

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de-creditunionIt’s never too early to begin learning the value of a dollar—or how money you’ve earned can keep earning for you! In this issue young entrepreneurs are introduced to the concepts of a credit union, banking, interest, check writing and money calculation skills. They’ll gain insight while using the newspaper to research bank ads and learn the value of persuasive advertising. Internet links will connect 21st Century learners with money games, play money and websites that teach the importance of saving and investing. There are even some ‘get up and go’ exercises that practice balancing skills while learning to balance a bank account. A great motivator for the beginning banker to help him or her start saving today for a brighter tomorrow.

In this issue students will:

  • Differentiate between credit unions and banks
  • Learn how to write a check
  • Research the newspaper for persuasive advertisement
  • Practice alphabetizing skills
  • Calculate simple interest
  • Count with money
  • Use the internet to practice money matters

6 page PDF