About the Book
Money management is rarely taught in schools. 85% of high school students receive no personal finance education whatsoever. As credit card companies are now targeting teens, resulting in a three-fold increase in credit cards by high school students, what is a parent to do? Where are the "operating instructions" for teens and their parents?
Play The Real-Life Money Game With Your Teen gives parents an easy and fun guide to building their teen's financial skills, resolving conflict around money, and helping their children become financially responsible adults. Written by a mom with a CPA, tested on teens, with lots of real-life examples Play The Real-Life Money Game With Your Teen includes:
- A five step set of instructions and rules with a simple list of accessories to get started
- A Spending Plan "Playing Board" for financial information
- Scorekeeping Boxes summarizing key concepts and activities
- An abundance of practical tips on allowances, saving, investing, teen jobs and developing the spirit of entrepreneurship in your teenager
"There is so much we assume that young people will "just know"—and we are so wrong. This well-written, user-friendly, interactive book is a great service to parents. Helping your child understand the logic and maintenance of money is critically important and I commend the author on doing such a great job of making this information easy, fun, and extremely thorough."
— Pepper Schwartz, Ph.D. Professor of Sociology, University of Washington, Author, "Ten Talks Parents Must Have with Children about Sex and Character"
"Assuming you want your children to grow up with 'dollars and good sense,' read this book. Sarah understands how money works. And she makes it fun. Enjoy playing The Real-Life Money Game with your teen."
— Paul Merriman, Best-selling author of "Live It Up Without Outliving Your Money: 10 Steps to a Perfect Retirement Portfolio"
"Fun with money? Playing with your teen? This book is revolutionary. If you buy one parent advice book this year, make it this one. It will change your relationship and give your teen the gift that lasts a lifetime."
— Lana Staheli, Ph.D.
Author, Coach on Relationships and Life Strategies
