We deal with money daily, yet in many schools, there are no structured financial lessons. As a result, we as parents are left as the main resource to give our children a financial education. Even if your children’s school does offer some kind of financial literacy program, it’s important to start teaching your children about money as early as possible…
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Financial Literacy Activities for Kids
What to Teach Kids About Money
From piggy banks to bank accounts and credit cards, when it comes to teaching your kids about money, where do you start? If you want to give your kids a financial education but you’re feeling overwhelmed with what to teach, we have you covered. This article will outline some important financial topics and teaching tips that you can use to…
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Why You Should Teach Kids About Money
Americans are so uncomfortable talking about money that we’d rather discuss marital problems, drug addiction, race, politics, religion, or sex. Yet, money is a tool that we use every single day. To buy groceries, get gas, pay bills, and shop online. Another aspect of money in everyday life? Many Americans are saddled with student loans, consumer debt, and mortgages they…
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When to Teach Kids About Money
Okay, so you can’t talk stocks with your 3-year-old, but don’t underestimate your child’s financial savvy. According to research out of Cambridge University, kids can start learning financial concepts by age 3 and develop financial habits by 7. This may seem incredibly young, but kids are like sponges and they pick things up fast! So, if you are contemplating when…
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Clever Ways to Give Money for Christmas
It’s Christmas time, the season of giving! While nothing makes me happier than giving a loved one something special, I have to admit, I don’t like Christmas shopping. Whether in person at the mall or online, I always find myself scrambling to find meaningful gifts at the last minute. Gift-giving is fun when you’ve found the perfect present for someone,…
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Thoughtful No-Spend Christmas Gift Ideas
Christmas is without a doubt my favorite time of year. I love almost everything about it. Getting together with family and friends, the delicious food, the decorations, all of the Christmas scents. I enjoy everything about the holidays … except the huge amount of debt that often accompanies the Christmas season. The never-ending Christmas gift list for loved ones, friends,…
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