Live Skills Money Academy is the comprehensive financial literacy program designed specifically for kids ages 9-13. Our engaging curriculum is perfect for teachers giving them a totally done-for-you program with all the money essentials including budgeting, saving, investing, and understanding needs vs. wants. Perfect for homeschool co-ops, private schools, and afterschool programs.

This completely done for you program, includes:

Kids learn the simple, powerful concept that money flows in (income) and out (expenses) - the foundation of all smart money management.  They’ll discover that a budget isn’t boring, it’s just a plan for their money. One they get to make! This makes budgeting feel clear, doable, and even empowering.  Kids get to think about how they want to earn money and what they want to spend it on, giving them a say in their own financial journey and encouraging thoughtful decision-making from the start.   

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This isn’t just talk - it’s a real, interactive experience. Kids run their own real or pretend
lemonade stand while learning how to budget, track costs, and handle money in a fun, relatable way.  From choosing prices to managing expenses, your child will face real-life choices that require them to think critically and weigh options - just like an entrepreneur!  Every step in this mission helps kids feel more in control of money. As they run their
stand, they’ll grow more confident in their ability to earn, spend, and save smart.  

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Kids dive into an exciting escape-room style adventure where they solve puzzles and
follow clues - all while learning real money skills. It’s learning through play, not pressure. Through challenges and story twists, kids will practice sorting what’s truly essential versus what’s just “nice to have” - a foundational skill for smart spending.  As they work through the mystery to unlock the vault, kids engage their creativity and problem-solving skills - learning to think critically about money choices in a fun, story-driven way.  
 

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Your teen will explore 100 creative, real-world ways to make money—from quick gigs to
steady side hustles, so they can start earning on their own terms. This guide organizes ideas into helpful categories - like service-based, seasonal, digital, and entrepreneurial - making it easy for your teen to find what fits their interests and skills.   It’s not just about “getting a job.” This guide encourages your teen to think outside the box, solve problems, and even explore small business ideas they can start today!

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Teens learn how to track income, plan expenses, and build a real-world budget they can actually use - whether they’re earning allowance, babysitting, or getting their first job.  They’ll explore the “why” behind how they earn, spend, save, and give, helping them
develop lasting financial principles, not just quick tips.  This blueprint doesn’t just talk about dreams—it helps teens create a plan to reach them.  From saving up for a car to launching a side hustle, they’ll learn how to set clear money goals and stay motivated to hit them.

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