Junior Achievement's BizKid$ Initiative

BizKid$ is a multi-media, multi-faceted initiative that shows school-aged children how to make and manage money, and teaches them about entrepreneurship. The initiative includes:

Public TV SeriesBizKid$ is a weekly 30-minute TV show by the Emmy award-winning creators of “Bill Nye the Science Guy.” The show is fun, fast-paced, and features compelling stories from real-life young entrepreneurs.

Classroom Activities – JA-created lessons reinforce the content of each television episode and supplement existing JA programs.

Website – Includes fun content for students - blogs, games, video clips, opportunities to become part of the BizKid$ community and more! Also available on www.bizkids.com are the downloadable lessons for classroom volunteers, educators and parents.

eNewsletter The Vault is a monthly eNewsletter which offers ideas on how kids can start their own businesses, hints on earning money and tips on making their money grow.

Contact your local JA office to volunteer or to get BizKid$ in your classroom today!