Lesson 3: Investing money

Teen Girl Learning Series | Lesson 3

Lesson 3 is divided into 3 parts designed to uncomplicate investing. We'll break down what investing really is, how compound interest works, and how it can help your money work even harder.

By the end of this lesson, you'll both know:

  1. What investing is
  2. Why investing is a powerful tool and how it can help you reach your financial goals
  3. The truth about the top 4 investing myths



Activities and Conversation Starters

  • Lesson 3.1 The Power of Investing

    Talk about the excitements and hesitations of investing and choose between 2 hypothetical situations.

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    • Lesson 3.2 Investing for Long-Term Goals

      Identify some brands that you like and see if you think they’d be a good fit for your investing portfolio.

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      • Lesson 3.3 Four Investing Myths & What Women Should Know

        Reflect on a few questions to help spark conversations not only at home but with friends and other family members.

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Ready for your next lesson?

Lesson 3 was challenging—but you did it! And we’re so proud. Now are you ready to “decode debt?” What is it, why it can be important, and how it can affect your credit score? Let’s keep the learning going with Lesson 4!


Note: Lessons do not have to be taken in order.

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