I believe financial literacy should begin as early as elementary school, but it should be introduced in age appropriate ways.
In the early grades, students can learn basic concepts like needs vs. wants, saving, and making simple choices. As they move into upper elementary and middle school, lessons can expand to budgeting, understanding value, and setting financial goals. By high school, students are ready for more advanced topics such as credit, loans, interest, taxes, and long-term planning.
Starting early builds familiarity and confidence, and revisiting the concepts over time helps students develop real-world financial skills before they graduate.
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