Financial Literacy

What you'll find: links to helpful money and finance resources for all ages. We’re not giving financial advice, only helping you find good, trustworthy information. Some links have many parts, so make sure to check them all out.

K-12 Financial Literacy

T.O.T.O. Today's Occupations, Tomorrow's Opportunities
Career exploration & understanding money can be fun and easy! Discover interests & talents, and connect to real Kansas jobs.
U.S. Mint Coin Classroom
Explore the U.S. Mint, coins, games and coloring pages.
Thinking Money for All Kids Book List | American Library Association
Diverse and fun books to young people learn about money.
A Parent's Guide: Teach Financial Literacy to Children & Teens
Teach kids about credit and finances early.
Financial Literacy in Kansas | KSDE
Resources from Kansas to help teach financial literacy.
Money as You Grow | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Help your children build good money habits with easy tips and engaging activities.

Extra Money Resources for K-12 Kansans

Books & Databases

Books for Young Readers, eCard | Bookflix
Young readers will enjoy animated classic storybooks that spark curiosity about Money, with unlimited access through public libraries. Kansas Library eCard is required. Available at your local library.
Economics: Britannica Bookshelf, eCard
Explore nonfiction eBooks about money and wise practices with money for PreK to 12th grade. Kansas Library eCard is required. Available at your local library.
Comic Plus, eCard
Browse comics, graphic novels and manga about financial literacy for all ages, 7-day checkout. Kansas Library eCard is required. Available at your local library.

Financial Literacy for College Students

How to Pay for College: 8 Strategies to Cover Costs | Nerd Wallet
Use these 8 tips to help pay for college.
Federal Student Aid: How it Works
How financial aid works; pay for college and loan repayment options.
Student Financial Aid | Kansas Board of Regents
Apply for student financial aid: Grants, scholarships and loans.
Money for College | U.S. Dept. of Education
Pay for school with grants, work-study, loans and scholarships.
College Grants: What are They? | Sallie
Federal and state grants, how to apply, and what they can pay for.

Extra Money Resources for Kansas College Students

Books & Databases

Job Searches for Young Adults | CareerOneStop
Pay for school, protect your banking and credit, foster system, set career goals, short-term training, finish high school and more
Discover Schools & Scholarships, eCard | Learning Express
Find scholarships from 24,000+ options worth over $7B using GPA, test scores, grade level and keywords. State library eCard is required. Available at your local Kansas library.

Financial Literacy for Adults & Families

Better Money Habits | Bank of America
Videos and tools to help you budget, save and reach your financial goals.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Ensures fair treatment by banks, lenders and other financial institutions.
Department of Defense Office of Financial Readiness
Helps service members and their families manage money and financial readiness.
Financial Literacy Resource Directory
Info and links to government and nonprofit groups to help people of all ages learn about money.
Consumer Information | Kansas State Bank Commissioner
Helps Kansas consumers with support, education and grants to guide them in financial matters.

Extra Money Resources for Kansas Adults & Families

Books & Databases

Universal Class
Offers 600+ online courses in 30+ areas of study and a wide variety of content. Take full courses with instructors to earn Continuing Education Units or audit a class by viewing videos. Kansas Library eCard Required. Available at your local library.

Learn a new language for a global market, eCard | Mango Languages
Explore language via 6 critical skills: vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, culture, comprehension and retention.
Aprenda un nuevo idioma para un mercado global, eCard | Mango Idiomas
Explore el aprendizaje de idiomas utilizando las 6 habilidades críticas: vocabulario, gramática, pronunciación, cultura, comprensión y retención.

Financial Literacy for Older Adults

Consumer Information...Pass It On | Federal Trade Commission
Videos, articles and activities to learn and share helpful information with others.
Older Investors | Investor.gov
Never stop learning. Safeguard your assets now and for your future.
Financial Wellness Program | K-State Research & Extension
Money management programs and resources to support Kansans financial well-being.
MyMoney.gov for Older Adults
Older adults, get the most out of your money: Earn, Save and Invest, Protect, Spend and Borrow.
Social Security Administration Webinars
View webinars about disability, pre-retirement and other topics.

Extra Money Resources for Older Kansans

Books & Databases

Small Business Source | Explora, an EBSCOhost Experience
Learn to start and run a business, make a simple plan, manage a team, and help the environment with tips and information.
Money eBooks & Audiobooks | CloudLibrary
Discover books to inspire, guide, challenge and support your financial literacy and health. Kansas Library eCard is required. Available at your local library.