Children and youth from 23 countries have been worshipping, debating and sharing ideas for the past two days at CYFI’s Youth Meeting at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Held on the 21-22 May 2014, the young participants took…
If your child watches TV, the odds are pretty good that he’s seen at least one commercial for a pawn shop. In fact, because of how these businesses market themselves, he might even be more curious about them than other…
With summer quickly approaching, carnivals and fairs soon will be setting up all over the globe. You might not think they have much to teach your child about money, but in reality, these venues can be perfect for getting basic…
As you teach your child about money, the odds are good that you’ll talk about specific financial tasks that a professional can help with. These are excellent opportunities to introduce your child to finance-related jobs. Bank teller. Bank tellers help…
Dollar stores offer many everyday household, business and automotive goods, as well as toys and entertainment products, at very low cost. Although these stores can lack a huge selection and sometimes put steep markups on some items, they provide a…
One of the biggest problems most parents face when they’re trying to teach their kids about money is getting them to save. Getting children to start and maintain a rainy day fund is especially tough. Want Vs. Need Most parents…
Small kids who don’t understand money often take small items off shelves in stores—many small toys and candies, for example, are easy for a child to put into their pocket in a blink as you pay your bill at the…
Great business ideas don’t just come from adults—more and more kids are getting their feet wet in entrepreneurship with big success. As your children see these models, these are the most important things you need to tell them. Being a…
When it comes to money, it’s not unusual for one parent to feel a little less experienced or skilled, or for one parent to have more time for financial education lessons. Even so, it’s well worth ironing out these wrinkles…
“Mom, can I have a dog / cat [or other pet]?” The question is almost inevitable from youngsters, who have a natural curiosity about other living things, and who see lots of other families with animals. A lot of the…