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Ages 9-12

Making Smart Choices

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🤔 Think Before You Spend

Every time you spend money, you're making a choice! Smart choices mean thinking about whether something is worth the money, if you really need it, and if you have enough saved. It's like being a detective about your own spending!

  • Ask yourself: Do I really need this right now?
  • Compare prices - is there a better deal?
  • Think about your goals - will this help or hurt them?

🎮 Practice Scenarios

Imagine you have $20. You see a cool toy for $15, but you're also saving for a $50 game. What do you do? Smart choice: Save the $20! You'll reach your goal faster. Remember, small choices add up to big results!

  • Wait 24 hours before buying something expensive
  • Consider the opportunity cost - what are you giving up?
  • Talk to parents or trusted adults about big purchases

🤔 Think Before

Every time you spend money, you're making a choice! Smart choices mean thinking about whether something is worth the mon...

🎮 Practice Scenarios

Imagine you have $20. You see a cool toy for $15, but you're also saving for a $50 game. What do you do? Smart choice: S...