Helping kids appreciate money
Christmas is a wonderful time for us to show our thankfulness by giving to the ones we love. Here are 15 fantastic ideas for ways that your family can “pay it forward” this Christmas.
Read MoreWith all the negative news in the media these days, it’s great to hear about someone doing great things for other people—and especially when that “someone” is a child or a group of children.
Read MoreFamilies that focus more on the material side of the holidays tend to feel less happy than families that focus on spending time together. Make a commitment to create a new tradition this holiday season and give the gift of yourselves to others by teaching your kids the spirit of volunteering.
Read MoreSome kids just seem to be born with an entrepreneurial spirit. Take, for example, 8-year-old Rachel Mennett from Summerville, SC, who upon learning of the plight of wounded warrior Nicholas Bailey, jumped into action to help.
Read MoreAs you prepare for the upcoming holidays and gift giving, keep in mind that some of the most special gifts are not those that are purchased with money but those crafted from your hands, your time, and your love. Here are a number of creative and fun ideas for the whole family.
Read MoreTeaching kids about financial literacy is something parents should make a priority early in the lives of their children. Before they can take those steps though, parents should educate their children about the need for and benefits of money. Along those lines, they should also relate the importance of giving to others less fortunate. Charitable contributions—even little ones—can make a big difference in a child’s community, and they don’t always have to be monetary.
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