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1. Parents – Preparing children to succeed
Preparing children to succeed Introduction Key topic Family is said to be the backbone of any successful young adult. The support, love, care and guidance given to children play a vital role in shaping their character and preparing them for what lies ahead....
2. Empowerment- You do not have to be a Superhero to have Superpowers
Story Name: You do not have to be a Superhero to have Superpowers. We can create our own Superpowers which will help us have a great life and make the world a better place. Teacher’s Notes: a. Key Topic The story aims at explaining the importance of taking time...
3. Empowerment- Who do you want to be when you grow up
This story aims to teach kids the difference between a dream and a goal and to show them that they need to set and follow specific steps within a time plan to achieve their goals. Year: 1 Topic: Parents Lesson: 2 Years 6 to...
4. Parents – Family Financial Education
Financial education for families Introduction Key topic This lesson explains to parents the importance of financial literacy for families and prepares parents to educate their kids on the importance of it. Additionally, the lesson raises awareness on how parents...
5. Empowerment – Self Awareness
Story Name: Discover who you are and the superpower of knowing yourself and use it to become better Teacher’s Notes: a. Key Topic Through the story the kids will receive valuable information about the concept and importance of self-awareness. They will...
6. Empowerment – Failure will be part of your life
Story Name: Failure will be part of your life: Use it wisely and make it work for you Teacher’s Notes: a. Key Topic Through this story the kids will learn about failure and they will explore the relationship between failure and success. It is important for the...
7. Parents – Financial planning for the family
Financial planning for families with young children Introduction Key topic In this lesson you are given a detailed presentation of the financial planning and budgeting process that will equip you with the necessary knowledge to exercise effective financial control...
8. Empowerment – Your attitude is your compass
Story Name: Your attitude is your compass: With the right attitude you can be on top of the world Teacher’s Notes: a. Key Topic This story will help kids understand how their attitude can guide their actions. Within the story plot we will describe why it is...
9. Empowerment – Be proactive and take control of your life
Story Name: Be proactive and take control of your life Teacher’s Notes: a. Key Topic This story focuses on having your control over your life by being proactive. Being proactive is a very important skill that will help kids better prepare for the future and save...
10. Parents – Debt and credit management for the family
Debt and credit management for the family Introduction Key topic In this lesson we aim at presenting the basic banking operations that most closely relate to your family’s needs and discuss the different banking risks associated with credit, debt, and credit...
11. Empowerment – The superpowers of gratitude and kindness
Story Name: The superpowers of gratitude and kindness Teacher’s Notes: a. Key topic Through this story we explain the concepts of gratitude and kindness and we present a number of strategies to help kids experience and express gratitude and kindness. Kids find...
12. Empowerment – Habits help you achieve great things
Story Name: Habits help you achieve great things Teacher’s Notes: a. Key topic Through the story we introduce the concept of habits and we distinguish the difference between good and bad habits and the power they have over people and their lives. We further...
13. Financial Literacy – Let’s find out what money is, what it means to us and how people earn money
Story Name: Let’s find out what money is, what it means to us and how people earn money Teacher’s Notes: a. Key topic Through the story we introduce basic money concepts such as what money is, where it comes from, why we need it and what are the different things...
14. Parents – Gratitude, social responsibility and giving back
Teaching children gratitude, social responsibility and giving back Introduction Key topic In this lesson we discuss some important attitudes and ways of conduct that all children should learn from a young age from their parents. Social responsibility and gratitude...
15. Empowerment – Social responsibility and giving back
Story Name: Social responsibility and giving back Teacher’s Notes: a. Key topic Through this story we describe to kids the concepts of social responsibility, philanthropy and volunteerism and how we can all make a difference if we become socially responsible...
16. Empowerment – Discover your special interests and put them to work
Story Name: Discover your special interests and put them to work! Teacher’s Notes: a. Key topic Through this story we help kids explore their own interests and indicate that even when it seems like they are playing, they are actually learning more about the...
17. Financial Literacy – Needs vs wants and smart spending and saving
Story Name: Needs vs wants and smart spending and saving Teacher’s Notes: a. Key topic Through the story we introduce the basics of a spending plan which is divided into three parts; spend, save and donate. In addition, we go over needs and wants and explain...
18. Parents – Fully support your children by getting ready for their teenage years
Fully support your children by getting ready for their teenage years Introduction Key topic In this module we discuss the tumultuous years we call teenage years. The point of this session is to prepare you for the changes your children will undergo and enable you...
