The document discusses materials from the Financial Literacy Institute that aim to increase financial literacy among students. It describes lessons and themes covered in the Financial Fitness for Life curriculum, including the economic way of thinking and decision making. Examples are provided to illustrate key concepts like incentives, trade, and consequences of choices. Economist jokes and anecdotes are also included.

1. The Financial Literacy Institute January 22 & January 23, 2008

30. See “Questions” from FFL p. 12