Learning Site for Teachers > Learning Resources for Teachers > Consumer Literacy
Consumer Literacy
PracticalMoneySkills.com "is a free Web site designed to help educators, parents and students practice better money management for life."
66 Ways to Save Money "was developed by a working group of representatives from government agencies, consumer groups, business organizations, and educational institutions that sought to develop and publicize money-saving tips. The initiative was managed by the non-profit Consumer Federation of America (CFA)." There are tips to money savings in transportation, utilities, insurance, housing and banking. (Available in Spanish and English)
Consumer Action Website: Federal Citizen Information Center: A great site for your students! Resources for filing a complaint and assistance with 20 consumer topics such as banking, cars, credit, education, food & nutrition, housing, internet, investing, phones, protecting your identity, travel, utilities and health care. (Available in Spanish and English)
Money Smart - A Financial Education Program: "The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) recognizes the importance of financial education, particularly for people with little or no banking experience. That's why (they) created Money Smart, a training program to help adults outside the financial mainstream enhance their money skills and create positive banking relationships." Modules include introductions to credit and banking services, consumer rights and managing a checking account. (Available in Spanish and English. Instuctor versions also come in Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese. The materials are Free.)
Consumer Jungle: "is an interactive, web-based program that helps students become literate, savvy consumers. Consumer Jungle provides engaging and relevant consumer education curricula covering a variety of topics such as credit cards, transportation, living on your own, personal finances, telecommunications, and e-commerce fraud. Developed with input from teachers, Consumer Jungle delivers interactive games, activities, and relevant information directly to the home or classroom." (Recommendation from the OTAN site)