Googolplex - Guide for Moneymakers
Ever wonder which is worth more; a 1978 Boba Fett action figure or a 1989 Hot Wheels Lamborghini? If the U.S. could run out of money? How interest is earned?
You'll find the answers to these and a googol of other questions by reading Googolplex: The CU Guide for Student Moneymakers. It's ready for you now, just click on the graphic at the bottom of this page.
Googolplex* contains stories, games, and puzzles for elementary, middle, and high school students. It's all about money-getting it, saving it, spending it, borrowing it. It'll show you how business and the economy work and how you can take control of your financial future. And it'll make you laugh.
Read Googolplex  today. And come back regularly. You'll find something new each month!
Googolplex is Hiring Youth!
Googolplex is seeking responsible young people with diverse backgrounds for 12 paid positions on their youth editorial board. No travel is necessary - they welcome applicants from all over the country.
Board membership requires a one-year commitment, starting in June, 2012. Payment is based on age level. Click the images to the right to view this year's youth board members.
Openings are available in three age brackets for the 2012-2013 school year:
- Elementary school (grades 3-5)
- Middle school (grades 6-8)
- High school (grades 9-12)
Youth who are a part of the Googolplex editorial board gain numerous benefits, including payment, experience writing consumer-related articles, and opportunities to play credit union friendly online games. It's a fantastic way for kids to learn about money while also having fun and getting paid for their time.
If you're interested in the position or want more information, contact Corey Pratt, Googolplex youth editorial board liaison at cpratt@cuna.coop, before February 6, 2012.
*It's the largest named number. (A googol is 10 to the 100th power; a googolplex is 10 to the googol power.) Googolplex is also the name of United Educators Credit Union's online youth magazine. |
