FinCap Friday: Teens Who Invest
Teens are investing earlier than in previous generations, and this episode of FinCap Friday shows why that trend matters in the real world. From earning money to invest through side gigs to earning the power of patience, students will see how investing can connect to their own future goals. This activity can be used to spark a lively, relatable conversation about smart money choices, long-term thinking, and the difference between investing versus gambling. Check it out below:
You can click here to access the Kahoot quiz and discussion prompt. If you're short on time, try our simplified No Tech version containing embedded questions right in the slide deck!
About the Author
Yanely Espinal
Born and raised by Dominican, immigrant parents in Brooklyn, Yanely is a proud product of NYC public schools. She graduated from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School in 2007 before going on to receive her bachelor's degree at Brown University in 2011. As a Teach For America corps member, Yanely taught third and fourth grade in Canarsie, Brooklyn. She received her master's degree from Relay Graduate School of Education in 2013. She spends her spare time making YouTube videos about personal finance on her channel, MissBeHelpful. Yanely also loves to dance, sew, paint, listen to podcasts, and babysit her 10 nieces and nephews!
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