Developing Financial Literacy
Previously trained as a developmental psychologist, I have a passion for kids. Given the current economic meltdowns and mortgage crisis, how we can teach children to become financially responsible and smart is an imminently important topic (http://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2008/02/20/24finance.h27.html). It is also a topic that pertains to my interests in child development, business, social responsibility & technology.
This page shows a collection of resources available about the development of financial literacy.
Organizations
National Endowment for Financial Education
- Resources mostly for high-school students, college students and adults. Few resources for K-8.
Blogs
- Practical tips for K-8 education
Online Tools
NEFE financial planning for high school students
Johnny Money – an online game designed for teaching children about entrepreneurship/small business
http://www.nfib.com/page/YEFJohnnyMoney.html
Financial planning from Girls Inc.
http://www.girlsinc.org/gc/page.php?id=2.1.1
News Articles
9 tips about raising money smart kids from Bankrate.com
http://www.bankrate.com/yho/news/pf/19990507a.asp
Books
Rich Dad, Poor Dad
Raising Money Smart Kids
