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Understanding the Financial Crisis: Origin and ImpactAre you, like many Americans, having trouble understandingthe economic turmoil currently facing our country and the world? Are you strugglingto explain the situation to your children, as well? Dale R. DeBoer, Ph.D(Department of Economics – CU-Colorado Springs) has written a white paper forJunior Achievement about economic crisis which sheds some light on our currenteconomic situation, how we got here and what we might expect in the future.There are two versions- one for adults, and one for students. If you arelooking for some clear, comprehensible information to help you make sense ofthe collapse of the housing market, the resulting credit crisis, and how therecent $700 billion government bailout must work in order to bringour economy back to equilibrium, download one of the versions of “Understandingthe Financial Crisis: Origin and Impact” today. Junior Achievement's Student CenterJuniorAchievement’s “ For Students- High SchoolTax information for studentsNeed to do your taxes? The IRS offers information about filing taxes, and special exemptions you may be qualified for. College in ColoradoCollege in Colorado has everything you need to know about college, including picking a college, applying for college, and paying for college. Recommended Reading ListBored? Check out JA's recommended reading list and learn some new things about money and business. Protect your moneyNow that you're earning money, protect your money by learning how toidentify scams and frauds with the Better Business Bureau's Young Consumer page. GamesTest your money managing skills by trying out these games: For Students- Middle SchoolInvesting and SavingVisit these interactive sites and explore topics about investing and saving money: The Life of a CheckHow does money go from one place to another when you write a check? The Federal Reserve follows the life of a check. Make the most out of your bank accountCU Succeed's Teen Financial Network guide shows you what you can do with your bank account. For Students- Elementary SchoolWhere does money come from?How is a dollar bill made? What happens to money after we spend it? The Federal reserve follows The Life of a Dollar Bill . Fun activitiesBig Money Adventure!has coloring sheets, games, and activities that are all related to finances. StoriesRead stories about how Kirby Kangaroo deals with money. For ParentsPlanning Financially For CollegeIt's never too early to start planning how to save for college. Visit JA's Student Center. Financial Literacy StatisticsWhat do our kids know about financial literacy? This complied list of statistics shows how much our kids know about financial matters. Preparing your child to become financially independentVisit Schwab Money Wise to see how you can get your child ready to manage their own finances. Getting through tough timesThe University of Minnesota offers advice on how to make the best of our economic situation. Colorado Department of EducationVisit the Colorado Department of Education's Financial Literacy page .
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