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Money Smart Kids

Raising Financially Wise Children

Raising Money-Smart Kids in Canada is your practical, family-friendly guide to teaching financial literacy in a way that’s simple, engaging, and age-appropriate. Written by a Canadian parent for Canadian families, this book covers everything from earning and saving to banking, budgeting, and even investing—through real-life examples, activities, and conversations that stick. Perfect for parents, guardians, and educators, this book helps you turn everyday moments into valuable money lessons. Whether you're opening your child’s first bank account, explaining how interest works, or setting long-term financial goals, you’ll find tools and tips that grow with your child. By the final chapter, your family won’t just understand money—they’ll have the mindset to manage it wisely for life.

Genres

FamilyEducation

ISBN

9798897787760

Format

Print / Paperback

Contributor

Scott Kauppinen

Author

Scott Kauppinen is a dedicated parent and lifelong learner who believes that financial literacy is one of the most powerful gifts we can give our children. Fueled by a desire to prepare the next generation for real-world success, Scott created this book as a practical, down-to-earth guide for families looking to raise money-smart kids with confidence and clarity. Every lesson shared is inspired by everyday parenting moments—explaining savings over breakfast, turning shopping trips into budgeting adventures, or answering big money questions from a curious child named Cordae. Through this book, Scott] hopes to help families build a lifelong money mindset rooted in understanding, responsibility, and empowerment. Whether you’re starting early or catching up later, this book is a reminder that it’s never too soon—or too late—to build healthy financial habits as a family.