Phishmael & Friendsget-rich-quick and crypto schemes
Guaranteed, Champ!
Money influencer Goldie Grouper promises Shellcoin will double your money in a week, guaranteed, and a fake advert even shows Starla recommending it. Tank wants to invest his birthday money, so Goldie pitches to the toughest panel in the Reef: Barry, Tendai and Nana.
Today's rule: Guaranteed money? Guaranteed scam.
What kids learn
- Nobody can guarantee you'll get rich
- Fake star ads and "secret tips" are bait
- Talk to a grown-up before any money moves
Quiz time
Play the gameCan you get them all?
Someone online says they can double your money in a week. Guaranteed. This is...
⚡ Secret strategy, can't explain
⚡ Let's ask your mum about a savings account
⚡ A famous star's face on a "get rich" advert
💰 Bait or Not?
Goldie Grouper has a money idea for you. Bait, or not bait?
For parents & teachers
Talk about it together
- Explain that no one can guarantee investment returns; real saving is slow and money can go down as well as up.
- Point out that celebrity faces in 'get rich' adverts are often fake.
- Talk to teens about crypto and 'secret strategy' schemes they see on social media.
- Agree that money moves only after talking to a grown-up.
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