Curricula, Curriculum Types, and State Requirements

Financial Literacy

We share helpful, secular (non-religious) homeschooling resources for a variety of subjects and grade levels. Our goal is to support parents as they navigate their homeschooling journey with confidence and ease.

Cha-Ching Money Smart Kids aims to empower youth nationwide with critical 21st-century skills by beginning high-quality financial literacy education in elementary school, where financial education can be fundamentally embedded in the core learning experience. Available at no cost, this engaging and fun financial education program is designed to train the next generation of financially empowered adults.

Subjects: Financial Literacy

Resources: Online

Grades:  K through 12th

Memberships: Free

Leap into Learning’s courses offer in-person, virtual, and bundle-pack options designed to build essential skills for middle and high school students. Our classes emphasize critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world applications, helping students develop a strong foundation and beyond. Whether learning in a classroom setting, engaging in live online sessions, or utilizing self-paced materials, students gain the tools they need for academic success and future careers.

Smart Skill Courses are unit studies that combine the education and skills needed for a specific career path. Parent Courses are also available. 

Special Education:  ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia

Subjects: Life Skills, Personal Finance

Resources: In-Person, Virtual Courses, and Bundles Packs

Grades:  8th – 12th

Memberships: Individual Course $245 for 2 Students / 1 Parent
Average Family Membership (2 Students / 1 Parent) $320/month
Small Family Membership (1 Student / 1 Parent) $175/month

Educational Bundles: Price Varies

The FDIC’s Money Smart for Young People series comprises four free curriculum products. Each age-appropriate curriculum includes lesson plans for educators and guides for parents and caregivers. The materials are available for immediate download (catalog.fdic.gov).

Subjects: Financial Literacy

Resources: Videos, Lessons, Guides, Handouts

Grades:  Pre-K through 12th

Memberships: Free

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