11/30/2009 (1:57 pm)
Books offer kids financial advice
Looking for a holiday gift for the kids that might have lasting meaning? There’s an abundance of well-written, even entertaining books on the market that teach kids lessons in finance.
The Berenstain Bears’ Trouble With Money — Stan & Jan Berenstain, Random House Children’s Books, $3.99
From junk food to environmental pollution, the Berenstain Bears haven’t been afraid of tackling the issues since they first appeared on the children’s literature scene with 1962’s "The Big Honey Hunt." This title, first published in 1983, teaches kids ages 4 to 7 the basics about money. It’s not just about spending, but earning. Brother and Sister Bear find ways to build up a stash of quarters so they can play video games. Along the way, they learn how to find a middle ground between being spendthrifts and little misers.
The Teens Guide to Personal Finance — Joshua Holmberg, David Bruzzese, iUniverse Inc., $12.95
Designed for young adults taking the first step to learn about money management, "The Teens Guide to Personal Finance" lays out the basics concepts of saving, borrowing, investing and maximizing tax advantages. It’s all explained in a way that’s easy to understand with graphics, work sheets and action plans.
Prepare to be a Teen Millionaire — Kimberly Spinks-Burleson, Robyn Collins, Health Communications Inc., $16.95
The authors are founders of a Texas-based business magazine called "Millionaire Blueprints" and here they compile some of the best advice from some of their issues on how successful young entrepreneurs turn their vision for a business into reality. The book features the real stories of successful teens. It details how they raised money, promoted their business ideas and other aspects of launching their ventures.
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