I've created this list for teaching kids about money. It doesn’t have to be overwhelming, it can be fun and empowering. I designed this for children in all age ranges from preschool, middle school and later. These tools, books and games help build st...
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Books That Build Money Smarts
Hands-On Tools & Games
Apps & Digital Learning Tools
Family Financial Routines
Scholarships, Jobs and Side Hustles
Books That Build Money Smarts
Age-appropriate books that make money concepts fun and digestible.
A fun story that introduces the idea of saving, spending, and giving.
Money Ninja: Kids' Book on Saving & Investing
Teaches the power of compound interest through a twin story.
Rock, Brock, and the Savings Shock (Money Tales)
A great intro to investing and smart money decisions teens and tweens.
How to Turn $100 into $1,000,000: Earn & Save
A family-friendly guide by Dave Ramsey & his daughter Rachel.
Smart Money Smart Kids: Raising Next Gen
Let kids earn money from chores, then learn to spend, save, donate, or invest.
Busy Kid - Kids Money Management App
A fun, teen-friendly book on budgeting, saving, and long-term goals.
I Want More Pizza: Money Skills for Students
Teaches debt, banking, and budgeting in bite-sized chapters.
The Teen's Guide to Personal Finance Basics
College students love this no-fluff guide to adulting with money.
Broke Millennial Takes On Investing Guide
A personal finance book with 99 money principles for teens and up.
Why Didn't They Teach Me This in School?: 99 Money Tips
Great for late teens and young adults.
Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance Guide
Hands-On Tools & Games
Interactive ways for kids to practice managing money.
A simple 3-part bank to teach financial balance.
MoonJar Award Winning SAVE SPEND SHARE Tin
A kid-friendly checkbook for tracking money in and out.
Kids Allowance Ledger: A Money Log Book For Kids
Classic games that naturally teach about income, expenses, and budgeting.
Hasbro Game of Life Board Game, Ages 8+
Classic games that naturally teach about income, expenses, and budgeting.
Hasbro Games: Monopoly
For younger kids to recognize coins and practice counting change.
Money Pocket Flash Cards
A physical storage or savings box is a great way to encourage savings.
Saving Box
A financial platform that allows parents and teens to collaborate on money goals.
Family bank account: Secure your finances with Zeta
Guided journals where high schoolers can plan weekly or monthly budgets.
Budget Planner for Teens: Income & Expense
Teaches mindful spending even in a cashless world.
Cash Envelope System Wallet
Apps & Digital Learning Tools
Modern ways to build financial responsibility in digital-native kids.
A parent-controlled debit card to teach real-world money management.
Greenlight Debit Card
A beginner-friendly banking app for teens with zero fees and no overdrafts.
Step
Lets teens start learning about investing in a safe way.
Stash
Great for college students managing part-time jobs, bills, and tuition.
YNAB
Customizable budget trackers that students can manage on their own.
Notion
Controlled spending with real budgeting lessons.
GoHenry
Family Financial Routines
Items and ideas that create teachable moments in your daily life.
Helps kids connect work with earning.
Chore Chart
Helps kids and parents stay organized and on track by easily connecting routine, chores and activities.
Skylight Calendar
Visuals for younger kids working toward a toy or goal.
Saving Money Goal Tracker | Saving Money Planner
Include kids in simple money talks and planning.
Monthly Bill Tracker Dry Erase White Board
Teaches value, contentment, and mindful spending.
Gratitude Jar
Scholarships, Jobs and Side Hustles
Empower your teen or student to earn money and reduce debt.
A smart guide to budgeting, time management, and career planning.
How to College: What to Know Before You Go
Encourage them to monetize skills (graphic design, tutoring, editing or more).
Fiverr
Set them up for internship and job opportunities.
LinkedIn Starter Pack
Help them stay on top of deadlines and requirements.
Scholarship Organizer
For students exploring content creation, YouTube, or UGC!
