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30-Day Money Challenge for Teens: Build SMART Habits That Stick | Life Prep Curriculum
By: Nicole Smith Published on: 24/01/2026Most teen money lessons fade in a week. The 30-Day SMART Money Challenge builds automatic financial habits through daily actions—neurodivergent-friendly, no prep required. Available on Amazon.
Financial Literacy 2026: What High School Requirements Mean for Teens
By: Nicole Smith Published on: 22/01/202630 states now require high school financial literacy courses. Learn what's covered, what's missing, and 5 ways to make money skills actually stick at home.
How I Build Life Skills Curriculum That Actually Works | Standards to Life™
By: Nicole Smith Published on: 10/01/2026Most life skills curriculum fails. Here's the 6-stage process I use to connect academic standards to real-world skills teens actually care about—and use.
Holiday Cash Traps: How Teens Can Spot and Dodge Online Money Pitfalls
By: Nicole Smith Published on: 02/01/2026Holiday cash disappears fast. Teach teens to spot BNPL traps, subscription creep, and influencer hype before they drain the account—without lectures or gatekeeping.
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