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Banzai Junior

Banzai Junior provides real-life scenarios that show users how to make wise decisions when faced with financial dilemmas. Designed for kids aged 8 to 12, Banzai Junior uses the storyline of a summer lemonade stand and the goal of a new bike—or hoverboard for the financially daring—to teach concepts like interest and fees, envelope budgeting, and discretionary income. This course also weaves in activities like quizzes and counting currency. Plus, Banzai Jr. is available in both English and Spanish!

Among the types of topics Banzai Junior covers are things like making payments, unexpected expenses, sales tax, and ATM withdrawals. With fun and goofy circumstances, real financial predicaments, and just the right amount of humor, Banzai Junior engages users, captivating them while providing financial education in a totally unique way.

Getting started with Banzai Junior is easy—just sign up! Once you’re signed up, select the Banzai Junior Course.

Banzai Junior

When life hands you lemons, become an entrepreneur! Designed for ages 8-12, kids will tackle real-world financial dilemmas to create a successful lemonade stand and save for a big purchase.

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