Personal Finance Essentials: Financial Literacy for Young Earners

Grades 7-12.

Loaded with savvy tips and real-life scenarios, these comprehensive programs prepare students to become responsible managers of their personal finances. Do checking accounts earn interest? Is e-banking safe? This program schools viewers in the basics of financial transactions, then arms them with how-tos and tips for choosing a bank, writing and depositing checks, using a debit card, and balancing a checkbook. E-banking to manage accounts and transfer funds is discussed, with security concerns foremost. The video also explains wire transfers and money orders, and advises on changing money and using travelers checks when abroad. 32 minutes. Copyright 2011.