1. Managing In Tough Times “Bits & Tips” Youth: Fast Food Costs

2. Fast-Paced Society Age of “Soccer Moms”; it can be too easy to make a habit of grabbing food to go. Children are watching the choices their parents make.

3. Financial Tidbits: Fast Food Restaurants An average meal at a fast food restaurant costs around $6. Try limiting the drive- thru to no more than once a week to save money and calories!

4. Financial Tidbits: Coffee Shops Students like to study at coffee shops. Instead of spending $4 on specialty coffees, suggest creating a study group at a local library or at home.

5. Financial Tidbits: Concession Stands Buying food at concession stands can be unhealthy and pricey. Encourage your child to save the cash and keep healthy snacks in his or her backpack.

6. Financial Tidbits: Vending Machines Vending machines at schools may seem to be an easy afterschool snack with students. Instead, pack a snack and save $$$!

7. Financial Tidbits: Value-size Meals Value-sizing a combo adds unneeded calories and fat and can add $1 to $3 per meal.