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Ways for Busy Parents to Teach Young Children About Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

But you are a super busy parent, with work, continuing education, business travel, your kid’s other activities, church and the myriad of other things that demand your time and attention. Food Related. Explain how the checkout process works, point out the employees in the store and talk about what they do. In the bath.

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Four Easy Ways to Save on Basic Necessities

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The American culture is wrought with excessive spending so it is no surprise that the typical household overspends on necessities such as food, gas, utilities, and phone usage. How to Save Money on Food. You cannot avoid spending money on food. Most importantly, reduce food waste. And, be sure to eat your leftovers!

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Needs vs. Wants – Which Is Which?

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Attention, personal finance readers and gurus! A lot of you would classify indoor plumbing, central heat, grocery money and gasoline as ‘needs’ But wait, are they really always needs? Food was preserved by canning, drying or storing in a cool cellar or the ice house. Really, are you sure ? Absolutely not!

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Sustainable Living Traits To Pass On To Your Children

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Go hiking and camping and show them the beauty of the outdoors (and teach them to leave trails and campsites better than when you arrived) Plant a garden with your children to give them a tangible example of how much fun growing your own food and eating healthy can be! Stress the importance of saving and staying away from debt.

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Grandparenthood Can Be Expensive!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I’ve seen the nieces and my own kids ask for and get babysitting services time after time from a busy working boomer. I drop a bundle each year (both money and time) on my week long Grandma Rie’s Money Camp where I try to help the kids learn about and experience personal finance concepts.