Smart spending
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Learn to become a critical consumer by exploring persuasive techniques advertisers use.
Infographics are a fun and engaging way to explain complex topics in a visual way. Use them as a thought-provoking reading task with or without their accompanying explainer videos.
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This resource is part of our Critical consumers learning plan
Knowing that we have a choice in how we spend our money can help us to budget, spend and save like a pro. These resources support young people to make critical and conscious decisions around their spending so that they’re fully in control.
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