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How to Teach Your Kids About Money: A Simple Guide

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Whether we like it or not, money and finances affect nearly every part of our lives. That’s why it is so important to teach our children the value of money, how to earn it, manage it, save it, and more. But I know that teaching kids about money can be tough! That’s why I’ve put together this guide to cover everything you need to know about teaching your kids about finances. How to Explain Money to a Child How you explain money depends a lot on your child’s age. You wouldn’t give toddlers a lecture about investment portfolios, and teens don’t need a reminder that money doesn’t grow on trees. Young Kids For toddlers up to about seven years old, the best way is to simply show them how money works. Kids learn a lot by observing. When they watch you pay for groceries or bills, they begin to understand money’s purpose. Just talking about what you are doing can help them pick up the concept naturally. Older Kids Around age eight or nine, you can introduce more complicated ideas like sa...

Fun & Effective Exercises for Kids (That They'll Actually Want to Do!)

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Physical activity is important for people of all ages but it’s especially important for children. Not only does it help burn off all that extra energy kids are famous for, but it also supports their overall development and protects their health long-term. Getting kids moving doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, it should be fun! Below, I’ve put together a list of kid-friendly exercises that are both effective and enjoyable. They’re simple, don’t require fancy equipment, and can be done indoors or out. Let’s get into it! Start With Stretching  Every good workout no matter how short should start with some light stretching and end with a cooldown. Teaching your child to stretch before and after activity will help them stay flexible, reduce the risk of injury, and build a healthy fitness routine for life. Here are a few gentle, age-appropriate stretches: Downward Dog & Upward Dog – A great stretch for the whole body Tree Pose – Builds balance and focus Child’...