Access the Heal Your Relationship with Money Workbook and other resources from Kara Stevens, the Frugal Feminista, who came to speak at LaGuardia on May 8, 2019.
Do you have kids or nieces or nephews? Children begin to learn financial literacy concepts as early as age 3, and their basic money habits may be formed by age 7. But it's not too late to learn better habits whether they're a tot or a teen. Here are some resources to help kids learn about money and how to manage it.
Some of these titles are available through our library's ebook collections. Any title listed with the Call number "Available online" is available as an ebook from the LaGuardia Library. Just click on the title and log in to start reading.
Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even If You're Not): a parents' guide for kids 3 to 23 by
The New York Times bestseller that is a must-read for any parent! From Beth Kobliner, the author of the bestselling personal finance bible Get a Financial Life--a new, must-have guide showing parents how to teach their children (from toddlers to young adults) to manage money in a smart way. Many of us think we can have the "money talk" when our kids are old enough to get it...which won't be for years, right? But get this: Research shows that even preschoolers can understand basic money concepts, and a study from Cambridge University confirmed that basic money habits are formed by the age of seven. Oh, and research shows the number one influence on kids' financial behaviors is mom and dad. Clearly, we can't afford to wait. Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even If You're Not) is a jargon-free, step-by-step guide to help parents of all income levels teach their kids--from ages three to twenty-three--about money. It turns out the key to raising a money genius isn't to teach that four quarters equal a dollar or how to pick a stock. Instead, it's about instilling values that have been proven to make people successful--not just financially, but in life: delaying gratification, working hard, living within your means, getting a good education, and acting generously toward others. More specifically, you'll learn why allowance isn't the Holy Grail when teaching your kid to handle money, and why after-school jobs aren't always the answer either. You'll discover the right age to give your kid a credit card, and learn why doling out a wad of cash can actually be a good parenting move. You don't need to be a money genius to make your kid a money genius. Regardless of your comfort level with finance--or your family's income--this charming and fun book is an essential guide for passing along enduring financial principles, making your kids wise beyond their years--and peers--when it comes to money.
Raising Financially Fit Kids (revised ed.) by
This combination parenting and personal finance book helps parents teach their children key money skills--such as saving, spending, budgeting, investing, building credit, and donating--that they'll need to become financially secure adults. nbsp; Parents want their children to enjoy bright economic futures. But how do we equip the next generation with lifelong financial skills? nbsp; In this updated edition ofnbsp;Raising Financially Fit Kids, Joline Godfrey shares knowledge gleaned from two decades of preparing children and families for financial independence and stewardship, philanthropic effectiveness, and meaningful economic lives. At the heart of the book are three big ideas: * Financial education is not just about the money; it'snbsp; about building great families and raising self-confident kids who have the tools to realize their dreams. * Financial sustainability means living within one's means and acquiring skills to create and manage human and financial capital. * Giving wisely is a global citizen's responsibility. Designed for parents, grandparents, mentors, advisors, and educators,nbsp;Raising Financially Fit Kidsnbsp;uses ten core money skills applied across five developmental life stages: children, tweens, middle schoolers, high schoolers, and twenty-somethings. Each stage includes age-appropriate activities that make financial fitness fun, from mall scavenger hunts to financial film festivals.nbsp; nbsp; In this global economic landscape, we all need financial fluency. Whether your child is five, fifteen, or twenty-five years old, it's never too late to teach financial literacy.nbsp;Raising Financially Fit Kidsnbsp;prepares your children for the complexities of living in a global economy and helps your family up your game from good to great.
Do I Look Like an ATM? A parents' guide to raising financially responsible African American children by 
Finance 101 for Kids: Money lessons children cannot afford to miss by 
Beyond Piggy Banks and Lemonade Stands: How to teach young kids about finance (and they're never too young) by
Beyond Piggy Banks is written for you: the loving, responsible and overworked parents of young children. It takes the stress and mystery out of finance, and focuses on the basic fundamentals elementary children should understand so they can make smart decisions as they grow. This usable, light hearted, real-world guide provides parents with the specific tools and step-by-step lessons needed to teach their child. The lessons provided are easy to teach and understand. The activities are quick, enjoyable and educational. Each concept starts with the basics, and builds upon them so your child has a full understanding of the topic.
MONEY AS YOU GROW BOOK CLUB
For children 4-10. The Money as You Grow book club uses children’s books to help families learn key money concepts through reading, play, and quiet one-on-one talks. You can use the book guides at home. Browse through the book list and choose one you'd like to read with your child. The books should be readily available at a local library or bookstore.
Then, download the discussion guide to print out or read on your screen. Each guide contains tips for reading the book and suggests questions to ask your child as you read and after you're finished.
The LaGuardia Library has the following books from the Money As You Grow Book Club list:
A Chair for My Mother by 
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If you're someone who likes to learn in a more structured way, you might want to look at some of the free personal finance courses available online.