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OUR CURRICULUm

EDUCATION IS POWER

WHY CHOOSE MONEYBEE EDUCATION?

Money impacts every part of life, yet financial education is rarely taught early enough. By introducing financial concepts in elementary school, we help students understand how choices, planning, and problem-solving shape their future. Early exposure builds confidence, closes opportunity gaps, and prepares children to navigate an increasingly complex financial world.

''Start Up Academy'' Course

Where creativity meets entrepreneurship

ABOUT THE COURSE

Grades 1-6

Start-Up Academy helps elementary students think like entrepreneurs - creative problem-solvers who turn ideas into simple, real-world “businesses” through hands-on projects and teamwork.

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What students learn

  • How entrepreneurs spot problems and create solutions

  • Branding basics: name, logo, and a clear message

  • Simple budgeting and smart decision-making

  • Teamwork, leadership, and presentation skills through pitching ideas​​

How the program works

Project-based and highly engaging, students develop their ideas step-by-step through creative, hands-on challenges each class - encouraging problem-solving and collaboration.

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Students will:

  • Brainstorm ideas and invent a product or service

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  • Design a logo/slogan and create simple prototypes

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  • Practice pricing and basic budgeting

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  • Create marketing materials and present a short pitch

Curriculum schedule

  1. What is entrepreneurship?

  2. Spotting Problems & Opportunities

  3. Turning Ideas into Solutions

  4. Knowing Your Customer

  5. Building a Brand

  6. Lemonade Stand Challenge

  7. Building Your Perfect Team

  8. Snack Shop Simulation: Revenue, Expense, Profits & Tax

  9. Business Stressors: When Things Change!

  10. Planning and Execution

  11. Entrepreneur Challenge

  12. Business Pitch

Class Structure

Class Duration​

1 hour

Class Size

10-20 students

Session Duration

10-12 weeks

Grades Served

1-6 Grades

OUR Approach

Social
Emotional
Learning

Our project-based curriculum is a mix of independent work and team work, which allows students to practice key social and emotional components:

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  • Self-Management

  • Social Awareness

  • Self-Awareness

  • Relationship Skills

  • Responsible Decision Making

Executive
Function
Skills

Financial Education helps students hone skills that are necessary in order to succeed in today’s world:

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  • Flexible Thinking

  • Planning & Prioritizing

  • Working Memory

  • Self-Monitoring

  • Impulse & Emotional Control

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