Option Planet


Educational Tools

Everyone can use a little help while learning the ins and outs of option trading, so we’ve developed our own little version of distance learning. Are you relatively new to the game? Need complex plays for the seasoned veteran? This material doesn’t cover it all, but it should certainly keep you occupied for a while.
The bell at the CBOE

The bell at the Chicago Board Options Exchange

Whether you are relatively new to the game or you are looking for complex option plays to keep you on your toes, we’ve got a little bit for everyone. Just click below to find out more.

Option Basics

We’ve got all the fundamentals, for those starting from scratch, as well as those looking for a refresher in the building blocks of option trading.

Option Playbook

Ready to leave the training wheels behind? Check out these plays as you fine tune your trading style.

Glossary

Not quite sure what early exercising has to do with options? Bookmark this page. You’ll need it.

Articles

Still haven’t got your fill of reading? We’re proud to have a plethora of published articles that should help to further exercise your noggin.



Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. See the characteristics and risks of standardized options.

Option Planet is an education company operated as a division of thinkorswim Advisors, a registered investment advisor and a member of the thinkorswim Group. We go beyond the basics of investment education to provide free options education classes across the country and around the world. Specializing in teaching non-directional option trading from the perspective of veteran floor traders, Option Planet hosts intermediate and advanced option strategies, covering everything from volatility and option pricing to complex option strategies and complete position management.