Building Money Wisdom for Life!
EmpowerEd Money makes learning about finance fun and easy for K-12 students. Discover how to save, spend smart, and grow your future!
EmpowerEd Money's 7 Smart Money Secrets!
Unlock these seven powerful secrets to build true financial wisdom and a future filled with choice and freedom.
Earn & Keep!
Learn where money comes from and always save a part of what you earn.
Plan Your Play!
Think before you spend! Make smart choices for what you need and want.
Grow Your Garden!
Discover how your money can grow by working for you over time with smart investments.
Dodge Debt Traps!
Learn to avoid bad borrowing and protect your financial freedom.
Be Patient Power-Ups!
Understand that waiting for your money to grow slowly brings big rewards.
Master Your Money Mind!
Control your feelings about money to make calm, wise financial decisions.
Live Your Best Life!
Use money to gain freedom and choose a life that brings you true joy and happiness.
Your Smart Money Adventure
Choose your learning path! We have fun, interactive courses for every age, whether you learn by yourself or with a teacher.
My First Coins: What is Money?
Primary Secret: Earn & Keep! 💰Wants vs. Needs: My Shopping List
Primary Secret: Plan Your Play! 🧠Piggy Bank Power: Starting to Save
Primary Secret: Earn & Keep! 💰Sharing is Caring: Giving Back
Primary Secret: Live Your Best Life! 🌟My First Budget: Planning My Money
Primary Secret: Plan Your Play! 🧠Ways to Earn: Lemonade Stands & Chores
Primary Secret: Earn & Keep! 💰The Joy of Giving: Community Impact
Primary Secret: Live Your Best Life! 🌟Saving for a Goal: My Dream Toy
Primary Secret: Be Patient Power-Ups! 🐢Financial Foundations: Your Money, Your Choices
Primary Secret: Plan Your Play! 🧠Understanding Debt: Good vs. Bad
Primary Secret: Dodge Debt Traps! 🛡️Investing Basics: Make Your Money Grow
Primary Secret: Grow Your Garden! 🌱The Magic of Time: Compound Interest
Primary Secret: Be Patient Power-Ups! 🐢Risk & Reward: Balancing Your Choices
Primary Secret: Master Your Money Mind! 🧘♀️The Budget Blueprint: Beyond the Basics
Primary Secret: Plan Your Play! 🧠Your Future, Your Plan: Financial Planning
Primary Secret: Plan Your Play! 🧠Smart Investing: Stocks, Bonds & Funds
Primary Secret: Grow Your Garden! 🌱Money in the Real World: Taxes & Credit
Primary Secret: Dodge Debt Traps! 🛡️Emotions & Money: Behavioral Finance
Primary Secret: Master Your Money Mind! 🧘♀️Entrepreneurship Essentials: Earning Big
Primary Secret: Earn & Keep! 💰Wealth & Happiness: A Balanced Life
Primary Secret: Live Your Best Life! 🌟Learning Tools That Work
Supplement course learning with interactive tools, short videos, and printable activities designed to reinforce financial concepts across all learning styles.
My Budget Buddy
Our interactive budgeting tool teaches students to track income, expenses, and savings goals in real-time—building habits that last a lifetime.
- Set savings goals and track progress
- Categorize spending (needs vs. wants)
- Visual charts show where money goes
Money Minutes Videos
2-3 minute animated videos that break down complex financial concepts into bite-sized, memorable lessons perfect for classroom or home learning.
- Topics: compound interest, credit scores, investing basics
- Age-appropriate versions for each grade band
- Discussion questions included
Print & Learn Worksheets
Hands-on activities that reinforce digital lessons—from budget planning sheets to savings trackers and financial goal-setting guides.
- Aligned to each course and grade level
- Perfect for homework or family activities
- Teacher answer keys included
Learning That Sticks: Built-In Motivation
Research shows students learn better when they feel a sense of progress and achievement. Our gamification system taps into this by making every lesson feel like a meaningful step forward.
Why Gamification Works
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Clear Goals
Students know exactly what to aim for with visible progress bars and point targets.
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Instant Feedback
Points and badges provide immediate recognition, reinforcing positive learning behaviors.
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Healthy Competition
Optional class leaderboards encourage engagement without high-stakes pressure.
Achievement Badges: Celebrating Mastery
Students earn badges by demonstrating real understanding—not just clicking through. Each badge represents a financial skill they can apply in real life.
First Savings Star
Earned for completing Piggy Bank Power and starting your savings journey!
+100 points
Growth Genius
Awarded for understanding how your money can grow with smart choices!
+250 points
Debt Destroyer
Achieved by mastering how to avoid bad debt and use credit wisely.
+300 points
Future Fund Founder
Unlocked for your amazing knowledge in advanced investing and financial planning.
+500 points
How Points Work
Points accumulate toward level progression, keeping students motivated to continue their financial literacy journey.