Children Finances

There’s never really been a good word for kids between the ages of 8–12. There was a time in the early fifties when they were called “subteens.” Flattering, right? Some folks started calling them “‘tween-agers,”...

Finances, Financial Stewardship, Savings Plan

Every parent who has passed the toddler-wrangling stage knows that kids learn by watching and then doing—why else would we buy a lock for a toilet seat? So, when it comes to practical life skills, we’re always looking for safe ways to give...

Finances, Financial Stewardship, Money Strategies

As parents, we would never give our teenagers our car keys without first teaching them to drive. In fact, we begin explaining the rules of the road to our buckled bundles of joy as soon as we start shuttling them between their countless events. It’s...

Finances, Financial Stewardship, Giving

One of the best lessons we can give our children is that God loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7). In a world that often emphasizes self-interest and materialism, teaching kids about generosity helps shape their character and their view of money...

Financial Stewardship, Savings, Savings Plan

Teaching your kids about money is a challenge and often an overlooked part of the training they desperately need!  Children, toddlers especially, aren’t ashamed of their selfishness. They’re completely inwardly focused, only concerned...

Budgeting, Finances, Financial Stewardship

Many families struggle with when to let their children in on their conversations about money or how to approach their parents with the desire to help or rest in the knowledge that they have prepared financially. My advice? The earlier, the better. Depending...

Finances, Financial Stewardship

For many parents, the idea of teaching their preschoolers about money and banking seems daunting. However, it’s never too early to start teaching your children about money and the importance of financial responsibility. Here are some tips for...