Do you work with young people? Are they aware of the financial scams they could encounter online? Keep reading to find out about The Big Money Ready Lesson…
At MyBnk, we’re committed to helping young people and adults navigate financial information safely, so we’re hosting a FREE live webinar lesson to give teens the tools to stay safe in today’s digital world.
Join us for The Big Money Ready Lesson: a 45-minute interactive session for secondary schools and youth organisations, led by our expert financial education trainers.
We’ll cover:
- Online scams
- Phishing
- In-game scams
- Shopping scams
Lesson objectives:
- To know some of the different types of online scams.
- To be able to recognise key features of online scams.
- To know actions that can be taken if they have been scammed or are worried they have been scammed
As well as expert-led content, we’ll be sharing follow-up activities and resources to continue your learning after the Big Money Ready Lesson. If your school or organisation works with teens, don’t miss out on this valuable learning opportunity!
The Big Money Ready Lesson: Key Information
Date: Thursday 26th June
Time: 10-10:45am
Location: Online – Microsoft Teams
Cost: Free!
Sign up: Register now to secure your space
National Curriculum Links
Ages 11-14
- Understanding the functions and uses of money.
- Recognising the importance of managing money effectively.
- Developing an awareness of financial risk and making informed financial decisions.
- Understanding consumer rights and responsibilities, including protection & fraud.
Ages 14-16
- Identifying and avoiding financial scams, fraud, and online financial threats.
- Evaluating different types of financial products, including recognising misleading or predatory financial practices.
Ages 16-18
- Understanding financial fraud, identity theft, online scams, and how to protect personal information.
- Assessing the impact of financial crime on individuals and society, including the role of regulations and consumer protection laws.
Helpful Resources
Find out more about the work we’ve been doing recently to empower young people and adults to navigate financial information online safely:
- Global Money Week 2025: Think Before You Follow – which includes our interactive quiz made in partnership with Visa to assess your critical evaluation skills. Answer 10 questions about online financial advice and choose the action that feels more natural to you. At the end of the quiz, you’ll find out tips to sharpen your skills!
- Spotting Red & Green Flags in Financial Content
- Visit MyBnk’s Instagram page to find informative videos covering topics like viral money trends, AI, and following ‘finfluencers’ (financial influencers)
