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Teaching money savvy to teens

Countless studies have shown that one big flaw in U.S. schools is the lack of a mandatory curriculum on handling money.

Few school districts have developed personal-finance classes for high-school students, relying instead on parents to do the teaching.

American Century Investments has developed a curriculum aimed at older children, which can be used by teachers and parents alike.

Online at http://www.tipsforlife.net, the site offers online teaching materials, calculators and other tools that will help give students an appreciation for how to handle money and make it grow.

Unlike many sites, this one is targeted at older students, giving it a more grown-up feel. That also makes it attractive for adults who want a primer on the ultra-basics of personal finance.

Syndicated columnist Chuck Jaffe produces Financial Housekeeping.

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/businesstechnology/2002058703_pfhousekeeping10.html

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