Parent Guide
NewsFlash is built to give kids a safe, playful first experience with the stock market. This guide gives you the language and prompts to make the most of every game night.
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Why financial literacy early?
Research shows that money habits form before age 12. Even short, playful exposure to concepts like saving, risk, and patience builds confidence that lasts a lifetime. NewsFlash uses pretend money and friendly company names so the lessons stick without the stress.
Tips for ages 5–7
- Play together on one device. Read the NewsFlash cards out loud.
- Focus on the words "up" and "down" and the emojis — not the numbers.
- Celebrate any decision. The win is reading the news and choosing.
- Start with 10 rounds so attention stays high.
Tips for ages 8–12
- Ask, "Why do you think that company went up?" after each event.
- Introduce the word diversification when they own 3+ companies.
- Compare avg buy price to current price before selling — talk about profit vs. loss.
- Try 20 or 30 rounds for richer market swings.
Free Classroom & Homeschool Materials
Teaching a group? Download our free printable worksheets packet and a complete 20-minute lesson plan for grades K–5. No sign-up required.
GET FREE TEACHER RESOURCESBridging to real-world investing
NewsFlash is a simulator with pretend companies. It is not financial advice. When your child asks about real investing, keep it simple: real stocks are tiny pieces of real companies, prices change every second, and most grown-ups invest a little at a time over many years. For anything specific, talk to a licensed financial professional.
Safety & privacy
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