Stock Market Game™ Resources
On this page, you will find guidance for new and returning educators, including steps for registration, resources like lesson plans and videos, and tips for managing teams and portfolios.
Getting Started with the Stock Market Game™
This video highlights the program’s benefits, such as improving decision-making, research, and critical thinking skills, while offering support to educators through resources like lesson plans and teacher tools. Topics include:
- Setting Expectations
- Rules
- Syllabus
- Getting Started
- Tips from SMG teachers
How to Register for the SMG Video
Intro to the SIFMA Foundation
SMG and Clubs
Registration and Teams
How to Register for the Stock Market Game Video
In this video, teachers are guided on registration, managing teams, and utilizing resources effectively
Stock Market Game Registration
Access the Stock Market Game registration website.
Teams & Registration Document
This document provides instructions for team registration and how you will receive password notification.
Useful Documents and Resources to Help You Get Started
Stock Market Game Syllabus
The syllabus is designed to provide students with a foundational experience that reinforces financial education principles/goals. You will find suggested mini-lesson videos, activities, and guided discussions for team breakouts and portfolio management. The program is customizable to best suit your schedule, needs, and student knowledge base
Stock Market Game Advisor Guide
Included in this guide from the SIFMA foundation you will find the following:
- About Us: Overview of the organization.
- SMG Easy as 1-2-3: Simplified program outline.
- Step 1: Preparation: Information on internet access, time commitment, and parental involvement.
- Step 2: Program Orientation: Includes advisor login, teacher support center, program rules, portfolio management, and a list of resources.
- Step 3: Implementation: Guidelines for creating teams, team-building activities, naming teams, using team journals, and conducting assessments.
- Program Enhancements: Details on InvestWrite and Invest It Forward initiatives.
- Appendix: Includes FAQs, a student quiz on program rules, and the quiz answer key.
In The Classroom
Stock Market Game Essentials Workbook
Use this optional workbook as you guide your students through the lessons and activities.
Purchase/Sell Tickets
Have your students calculate how much it would cost to buy or sell a stock, including commissions.
Company Profile PowerPoint Slide
Use this PowerPoint slide to help your students keep their research organized.
Clubs & After School Programs
Using The Stock Market Game at Home, in a Club or Community Org Video
Learn strategies for a successful SMG club or after school programs.