Needs and Wants
This video was created by a teacher to introduce the concept of differentiating between wants and needs. Originally designed for students in the primary grades, the video can be used with older students. A series of slides depicts examples of "needs" followed by a series of slides demonstrating "wants". The video was originally made with Animoto and then uploaded to YouTube...
suitable for young children
could be adapted for older students by using it to introduce the topic and then having students create their own Animoto presentation, using items & services of personal importance, and adding their own soundtrack.
duration: 1:16
suitable for young children
could be adapted for older students by using it to introduce the topic and then having students create their own Animoto presentation, using items & services of personal importance, and adding their own soundtrack.
duration: 1:16
Wants vs. Needs
This YouTube video depicts two teens spending their paychecks. One teen spends his pay check on whatever he wants whereas the other young man takes more care in purchasing what he needs, with a few "wants" thrown in after considering their cost. Good introduction to the need to plan how your money will be spent and to differentiate between what you need versus what you want. Age-appropriate presentation for adolescent students.
suitable for teens
duration = 2:27
suitable for teens
duration = 2:27
Schoolhouse Rock: Where the Money Goes
Music video on YouTube introducing the idea that people should have a firm understanding of where their money goes. In video, child wants money from his father in order to go on a trip with his band, and his father explains that if they spend the money for the trip they will need to off-set that expense by cutting back on something else. Typical household bills are introduced. Animated, but still acceptable for teens.
suitable for children & teens
duration: 3:04
closed-captioning is available
suitable for children & teens
duration: 3:04
closed-captioning is available
Budget Basics
This School Tube video offers an introductory presentation of the basics of using a budget. Concepts are defined and presented on a graphic organizer.
suitable for teens
duration: 2:11
suitable for teens
duration: 2:11
Online Resources for Personal Finances
This eHow video gives an overview of some good online resources/links for money management. The narrator reviews a series of websites that offer tools to help us better manage our money. An advertisement may precede the vi
suitable for adults & teens
duration: 1:31
suitable for adults & teens
duration: 1:31
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Things to Avoid When Creating a Budget
This eHow video discusses some of the mistakes that people make when creating a budget. The presentation introduces the idea of "creeping" expenses, and reminds the viewers that even if their income is rising, they should not increase spending to much until they have figured out if they have accounted for inflation. The presenter also reminds us to be realistic when making a budget. (Be aware that an advertisement may precede the video).
Suitable for adults and teens.
duration: 1:18
Suitable for adults and teens.
duration: 1:18
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The Importance of Budgeting
This video from MonkeySee has a series of questions related to the topic being asked of the presenter. The video does not have any embedded visual aids / graphics to accompany the spoken explanations. Best used as accompaniment to teacher-led discussion.
suitable for adults and older teens
duration: 2:08
suitable for adults and older teens
duration: 2:08
How a Budget Can Work for You
This Kiplinger.com video is preceded by an advertisement. The presenter is upbeat and uses easy-to-understand examples. Comprehension is enhanced by the addition of graphics to underscore the words. Discusses how attitude toward budget can make or break it.
suitable for: adults and teens
duration: 1:29
suitable for: adults and teens
duration: 1:29
How to Create Your Own Budget
Video of interview on Better TV's "Your Money". Video is preceded by advertisement. Discusses simple-to-use template to get started on using a budget. Ties in concepts of needs/wants and the reasons for having a budget. Examples given (e.g. manicures) may be more meaningful to female students. Gives helpful hints to get a better handle on your expenses.
suitable for: adults & teens
duration: 3:49
suitable for: adults & teens
duration: 3:49
How to Save Money By
Eliminating 10 Things You Don't Need
Interesting video from Howcast that lists 10 ways to save money by not buying specific types of goods/services. The list is likely to generate varying opinions and can serve as a launch pad for more in-depth discussions of wants versus needs. Video has bright, colorful animations and easy-to-read text.
suitable for: adults and teens
duration: 2:22
suitable for: adults and teens
duration: 2:22
How to Track Expenses
This eHow video gives a step-by-step description of how to track your expenses in order to build a budget that works for you. The presenter describes "cash leakage" (ATMs are the biggest culprit) and suggests that we should "tithe" ourselves, i.e. that we should put aside 10% of our income for our special projects.
duration: 1:25
suitable for adults & teens
duration: 1:25
suitable for adults & teens
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How to Make a Shoebox Budget
This YouTube video is geared toward young adults that are just starting to create their budget. The presenter is energetic and easy-to-follow. The video is produced by a Canadian bank service geared to young people, but the inclusion of the bank's marketing information does not detract from the instructional worth of the video. Simple graphics are included to help maintain attention and to increase comprehension. The Shoebox budget is a non-intimidating way of getting started on budgeting.
suitable for: teens
duration: 6:22
suitable for: teens
duration: 6:22