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Secondary and Adult (Grades 7-12) Video Tapes Brochures Other VIDEOS Banking and You Four video tape segments (Copyright 1988) Grades 10-12 Four situations are presented in this video series about teenagers who need bank services to help manage their money and solve specific problems. Can be loaned as an entire unit or each unit separately as listed below. Banking & You: Earning Credit 11-Minute Video Seventeen year-old Rob tries to convince his dad to co-sign a credit card application. His father refuses, citing his son’s past reluctance to use money wisely or repay loans. Rob learns the importance of a savings account and money management. Banking & You: Working Together 13-Minute Video Two teenagers learn how their local bank is working with the community to attract new businesses and strengthen the economy. Banking & You: Safe and Sound 11-Minute Video A high school student cashes his entire paycheck and then loses it when his wallet disappears. This leads him to find out all about banks and how they can make cash management safe and easy. Introduces ATM’s and the importance of FDIC protection. Banking & You: Using the Services 9-Minute Video A college student learns about lending services and credit history when she needs to buy a car for a job opportunity. This video explores the kinds of information banks use to decide to grant or refuse car loans and reviews the responsibilities of repayment. Can I Make It On My Own? 30-Minute Video Grades 11-12 This video is a new docu-drama in which students will see how ‘Eric’ handles the financial and social obligations of leaving home and living on his own. He must find a place to live, handle his personal finances, make that first trip to the grocery store, pay his bills, try to control his credit card debt, and much more. Included are 35-40 pages of reproducible classroom activities. This modern video would be a great starting point for lessons/presentations on a variety of issues such as budgeting, checking accounts, money management, saving, and credit cards! Careers in Banking 13 1/2 -Minute Video (Copyright 1991) Grades 7-12 This video tape introduces students to a typical bank environment and highlights seven occupational areas that illustrate a few of the many different jobs available. Charge It: Credit Card Secrets 24-Minute Video Grades 9-12 This video teaches students ‘secrets’ that credit card issuers might prefer stay hidden. Students learn how to select the best credit card to match their spending habits. It also explains how marketing gimmicks such as teaser rates and instant cash ‘checks’ can be expensive traps. This is a great guide on how to use a credit card responsibly and understand its hidden costs. In addition, this video will explain how to read a credit card statement, how to protect one’s consumer rights, how to avoid credit card theft, and how to resolve billing disputes. Also included is a teaching guide with ideas on how to use the video, classroom tips, and additional background. Check It Out! 16-Minute Video (Copyright 1989) Grades 7-12 This video presents the story of a teenager opening and managing his first checking account. Formatted into four segments covering different types of checking accounts, service charges, and how to manage funds in the account. See related brochure "Managing Your Checking Account". Credit: It’s in Your Control 35-Minute Video (Copyright 1999) High School and Adult This 35-minute video can be used for high school consumer education classes and adult audiences. Viewers follow the lives of two different people and how credit affects their daily lives. In the process, they both apply for credit. We see who gets credit and why as well as who does not and why not. The video was produced in conjunction with the Consumer Credit Counseling Service, Bank of America and two major credit reporting companies — Trans Union and Experian. Credit Pulse 19-Minute Video Senior high to adult (Copyright 1992) An explanation of the credit process and its benefits in a news magazine format. Industry representative discusses various topics, including accuracy, privacy and consumer credit counseling. Entrepreneurs North Dakota 2 Hours Each (Copyright 1994) High School - Adult Part of a television program series by Prairie Public Television featuring successful North Dakota entrepreneurs. Includes workbook activities. Are You Cut Out to be an Entrepreneur? Testing Your Idea Here’s the Plan Raising the Money Getting Good Help Cash Flow "Escaping the Scam Trap" 15-Minute production by Wisconsin Bankers Association (Copyright 2000) This new educational video will educate senior citizens on the tricks of the scam artists. Featured in the video are explanations of how such scams as the bank examiner scam, pigeon drop scam, telemarketing and home repair scams are perpetrated on the elderly. Financial Responsibility 15-Minute Video (Copyright 1994) High school to adult This video explains how credit and charge cards are invaluable financial tools but must be used wisely to establish financial responsibility. Get Smart About Credit Kit High school to young adult Get Smart About Credit Day - October 20, 2005 Get Smart About Credit helps consumers understand the importance of good credit and how to manage it wisely. The resource kit includes: An introductory video New section addressing Identity Theft New activities, handouts and lessons on credit and debit payment options Road-tested, educator-approved lessons on choosing credit, the credit resume, and more Credit and Checking Accounts booklets Pre and Post Test Participant Evaluation forms Communications Aids Managing Debt and Building Wealth from American Express (Copyright 2000) A financial management program produced in cooperation with the Consumer Federation of America, Consumer Action, Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation, the National Foundation for Credit Counseling and the U.S. Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service. Master Your Future 15-Minute Video (Copyright 1993) Grades 11-12 The program includes a 12-page teacher's guide, classroom exercise and a resource guide describing additional education materials. Specific topics addressed include budgeting, checking and savings accounts, credit and credit history. This video is available free of charge for educators through banks that are MasterCard providers. To order a free copy, call 1-800-624-9688. Money: Bucks, Banks & Business Four Segments (23 minutes each) Grades 7-12 (Copyright 1995) Produced by the Discovery Channel, this video series discusses money, the role banks play, trade, and how to make money. Activities included for each segment. The companion classroom guide prepares you with study questions and answers, discussion topics, vocabulary words, and information about various community resources. Also includes suggested readings and additional information for the teen market. Episode 1 Program 1: "Bucks" (lenght, 23:00) Program 2: "Banks" (23:00) Episode 2 Program 1: "Trade" (23:00) Program 2: "How to Make Money" (23:00) On the Money 30-Minute Video Grades 6-12 This award-winning video produced by PBS and the Merrill Lynch Foundation. The video highlights the rewards of money management and how it can give young people a head-start to financial independence. Students will take a hard look at the perils of credit card use, learn secrets to setting and sticking to a budget, analyze what you should look for in a bank account, get great tips on getting the most interest on savings, and much more! Included with the video is a discussion guide with questions (and sample answers) as well as useful handouts for students. Preventing Bank Card Fraud 6-Minute Video (Copyright 1990) Grades 10-12, adult, civic groups This video teaches consumers how to safeguard their credit cards -- giving tips such as: destroying carbon copies, reporting lost cards immediately, and not giving card numbers to others. The Thing About Money 21-Minute Video Grades 7-9 Shows how to make a money plan including getting a job, saving for large items, stretching the allowance budget, making choices and putting plans into action. Comes with a leader’s guide and a CD-ROM with activities. 21st Century Money Management 30-Minute Video Grades 9-12 This 5 video collection is packed with information about banking in the new millennium. Special focus is given to online banking functions and resources. Classroom activities are included with each video, and each activity is self-contained so you may use them all or choose only those that best fit your needs! Produced in 2005, these up-to-date, modern videos include interviews and interaction with real high school students. Listed below is just some of what is covered in each video: Checking Accounts - Covers the basics of choosing and opening an account as well as managing accounts. Saving - Savings plans, types of accounts, opening accounts. Credit Cards - Applying for cards, the dangers of credit card debt, and making good decisions. Loans - How loans work, purchasing with loans, avoiding bankruptcy, and credit history. Financial Planning - How students can use bank accounts and credit to reach their short and long term goals. The World of Banking 8-Minute Video (Copyright 1990) Grades 10-12, civic groups, new employees Gives the viewer a quick glimpse of a bank’s functions -- paying checks, receiving deposits, and managing savings accounts. It also gives a brief overview of the U.S. banking system. An ideal opening for banker presentations to schools or community groups. Federal Reserve For more information about the Federal Reserve, access their web site at http://woodrow.mpls.frb.fed.us/econed/index.html. The following Federal Reserve tapes are available through the NDBA office upon request: Too Much, Too Little 25-Minute Video Upper intermediate grades to adult The evolution of the Federal Reserve system created by Congress in 1913 and America’s attempt to address the problem of providing the right amount of money for the economy. Your Central Bank in Action: Inside the Minneapolis Fed 15-Minute Video Senior high and adult Special emphasis on the 9th District. Traces the history of the central bank and discusses the following functions of the Fed: (1) Managing money supply; (2) Supervising & regulating banking institutions; (3)Acting as a government fiscal agent; (4) Providing services to financial institutions. Inside the Fed With Marshall Loeb 15-Minute Video Senior high and adult A brief recent historical perspective of the Fed and actions it takes for the economy. BROCHURES Building Your Future? Banking is the Answer (Careers in Banking) Information on banking career opportunities, and includes a grid listing educational requirements for specific banking careers. ($.45 each) Let’s Learn About Credit Cards Teens and young adults This activity book uses clearly written text and relevant exercises to show young customers the benefits and possible dangers of credit card use. Topics include how to establish credit, how to be a responsible credit card holder, how to fill out a credit card application, how to check a credit rating. A special page covers the eight most common questions teens ask about credit cards. ($.75 each) Managing Your Checking Account Offers step-by-step instructions on how to open a checking account, write checks, make deposits, record transactions, and reconcile a check book. ($.90 each) See related video "Check It Out". OTHER "Making a Million with Only $2,000 – Every Young Person Can Do It" In his newly released book, “Making a Million with Only $2,000 – Every Young Person Can Do It,” Ed Douglas, Chairman and CEO of Citizens Bancshares Company based in Chillicothe, Missouri, explains the power of compound interest and the importance of saving early in life. Douglas’ book shows how every student and young adult with small amounts of regular and disciplined saving and wise investing can accumulate $1,000,000 and much more. This book will make a perfect gift for high school students in your community. Special pricing for NDBA members...only $8 per book!! Each book comes with a free credit pamphlet! Consumer Education Booklets Budgeting, Credit, Saving, Checking All Ages These four booklets will help your customers learn the basics. The series presents money management concepts for beginners of all ages in easy-to-understand language. Worksheets are included to help consumers make plans, set goals and take control of their personal finances. ($1.10 each book) Teach Children to Save Kindergarten - 12th Grade Contains lesson plans, hands-on activities, and tools you can use to introduce students to the concept of saving and demonstrate why saving will play a vital role in their financial future. (National Teach Children to Save Day is April 25, 2006) Teens Guide to Being Wise About Credit Cards Teens & Young Adults Helps teens understand the benefits & potential perils of using credit cards. Provide explanations of what credit is, the importance of a good credit record, making payments, APR, and credit card fees. Also illustrates how payments of various levels affect how fast and how much it costs to pay off a credit charge card.