Making Sense of Earning

Money Life Skills for Teens (Ages 13-15)

Strong financial skills begin with learning how people manage money in the real world.
At Shiminly, we believe smart learning begins with understanding the real-life choices people make every day. This self-paced course helps students explore how individuals and families around the world earn money, manage expenses, and make important financial decisions. Through real-life examples and reflection, learners gain insight into the cost of living, the challenges of budgeting, and the factors that shape financial choices. They build practical skills that support responsible decision-making, teamwork, and future planning.

Core Skill

Global Citizenship

Designed For

Ages 13-15

Duration

60 minutes

Who It’s For

This lesson is ideal for students aged 13–15 who are ready to explore how money works in real life and how people around the world make financial decisions. It is a great fit for school programs that teach financial literacy, responsible decision-making, and an understanding of global perspectives on earning and expenses.

What’s Included

Real-life scenarios & quizzes

Reflection journals & tools

Final assessment & certificate

Downloadable glossary & reference sheet

Why This Matters

Teens are beginning to make more independent choices, and money is a big part of those decisions. This lesson helps them understand the real costs of everyday life, how people earn and manage money, and why financial choices matter. By building financial awareness early, students gain the confidence to make smarter decisions now and in the future. It is an important step toward becoming responsible, informed, and capable young adults.

Want to learn how people make smart money choices every day?

Learn at your own pace with real-life content that helps you understand how people earn money, manage expenses, and make financial choices around the world. Whether you are working on school projects, building financial literacy skills, or simply trying to understand how money works in everyday life, this lesson gives you practical tools to succeed.
In this course, you’ll:

  • Explore how people around the world earn money and manage everyday expenses
  • Learn about the real costs of basic needs and what influences financial choices 
  • Practice making budgeting decisions and comparing different spending options 
  • Build financial awareness and decision-making skills through practical activities 
  • Walk away with a stronger understanding of how money works in real life and a certificate to show your achievement
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