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30-Day Money Challenge for Teens: Build SMART Habits That Stick | Life Prep Curriculum

30-Day Money Challenge for Teens: Build SMART Habits That Stick | Life Prep Curriculumby: Nicole SmithPublished on: 24/01/2026

Most 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.

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30-Day Money Challenge for Teens: Build SMART Habits That Stick | Life Prep Curriculum

Holiday Cash Traps: How Teens Can Spot and Dodge Online Money Pitfalls

Holiday Cash Traps: How Teens Can Spot and Dodge Online Money Pitfallsby: Nicole SmithPublished on: 02/01/2026

Holiday 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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Holiday Cash Traps: How Teens Can Spot and Dodge Online Money Pitfalls