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How to Turn $100 into $1,000,000

From Biz Kid$ · 2018

How to Turn $100 into $1,000,000
29 min5th6thSocial Studies
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Summary

The Biz Kids explain how saving a little consistently — and letting compound interest do its work over time — can grow a small amount of money into a large one. The big idea is a 'million dollar mindset': spend less than you earn, save the difference, and start early while time is on your side. Best for older elementary students ready to think about how money grows.

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Discussion questions

Discussion

Use these after watching to talk through the money-and-business idea in the video.

  1. What does it mean to 'spend less than you earn'?
  2. How can saving a small amount regularly add up to a lot over time?
  3. Why does starting to save when you're young give you an advantage?

Quick work-a-long

Money words: save, earn, interest, compound, mindset.

Try it: If you saved $2 every week, figure out how much you'd have after one year. Then explain why saving early helps.