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Money Basics

The fundamentals every teen needs. Bank accounts, budgeting, and building habits that last.

5 lessons · 300 XP · 35 min · Beginner

Lessons in this path

  1. Why Money Skills Matter at Your Age — The earlier you learn, the more it compounds — and we don't just mean interest. (5 min, 50 XP)
  2. Checking vs Savings: What's the Difference? — Two accounts, two purposes. Here's when to use each. (6 min, 60 XP)
  3. Your First Budget That Actually Works — Forget complicated spreadsheets. Here's a budget system built for real teen life. (8 min, 70 XP)
  4. Needs vs Wants: The Real Difference — It's not always obvious. Learn to tell them apart without feeling guilty. (5 min, 50 XP)
  5. How Savings Accounts Actually Grow — Interest, APY, and why even small deposits matter over time. (7 min, 70 XP)