Should Kids Learn Financial Skills Early?

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cyberchadMember
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#1Jun 30, 2020, 01:30 AM
Teaching kids about money is so key. Starting young can help them avoid financial pitfalls later. Imagine kids knowing how to manage their cash from age 7, they'd be way ahead and contribute to a more stable society.
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#2Jun 30, 2020, 11:10 PM
A boot camp for kids? Seriously? We’re in a world where jobs are already scarce. And just having skills doesn’t mean a job will come. Mastering money management when you have none is pointless.
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lynx1337Newbie
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#3Jun 30, 2020, 11:29 PM
I get what you’re saying, but kids learn a lot by watching us. If parents show good financial habits, kids pick up on that. It's more about us setting a good example than forcing them into classes.
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paul51Newbie
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#4Jun 30, 2020, 11:46 PM
Is it fair to throw financial lessons at kids? Life gets tougher as they grow up, and I feel they should enjoy their childhood first. Let them have fun, learn good morals, and tackle money later.
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#5Jul 1, 2020, 12:35 AM
I totally oppose 7-year-olds taking finance classes. Most kids that age haven’t even finished basic math. Why rush them into adulthood? Let them enjoy being kids instead!
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#6Jul 1, 2020, 05:27 AM
Boot camps are mostly scams. I don’t want some random person messing with my kid's head about money. Parents should handle this by teaching their kids about finances over time.
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#7Jul 1, 2020, 11:23 AM
Financial literacy is super important. It helps kids avoid financial traps and understand basic concepts like banks and loans. If there's a structured program, I'm all in. It should be available to every kid, not just those with wealthy parents.
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wagmiNewbie
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#8Jul 1, 2020, 04:50 PM
This is a great idea! Kids today face so much confusing info online, especially from influencers. They need the right guidance to identify scams and smart investments.
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planktonHero Member
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#9Jul 1, 2020, 08:44 PM
Not necessary for kids. When I was growing up, we played and had fun. Kids don’t need to stress over money. They’re still figuring out who they are!
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#10Jul 1, 2020, 09:11 PM
Why should we push financial responsibilities on kids? Most adults get by fine without learning this stuff young. It just takes their freedom away.
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yield_2021Full Member
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#11Jul 1, 2020, 11:30 PM
Financial habits start at home. Kids imitate us, so if parents live wisely, kids will too. They learn so much from us, consciously and unconsciously.
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jake.altSenior Member
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#12Jul 2, 2020, 01:22 AM
I'm all for teaching finance but not through boot camps. I'd rather do it myself with my experiences. That way, they’ll learn what matters to us.
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degen420Member
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#13Jul 2, 2020, 01:32 AM
This can really help future generations. Many of us went to school but never learned how to manage money. Exposing kids to entrepreneurship early could seriously benefit them.
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nova69Member
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#14Jul 2, 2020, 04:49 AM
I see your point, but we could introduce these concepts gradually. Saving money is a good starter lesson. We just need to find a balance.
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s3ed365Full Member
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#15Jul 2, 2020, 09:55 AM
At 7, kids should focus on their studies and enjoy life. Financial talks can wait until they’re older. Playing and learning basics should take priority.
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0xMoonMember
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#16Jul 2, 2020, 12:11 PM
Boot camps could be a great shortcut for financial education. Why spend years in school when you can learn specific skills in a shorter time?
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0xFoxFull Member
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#17Jul 2, 2020, 02:27 PM
Parents should educate themselves first. Rushing kids into financial lessons too early could backfire. There’s a right time for everything.
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stake404Newbie
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#18Jul 2, 2020, 08:43 PM
What exactly happens at these financial literacy camps? I think understanding money should start early, but I’m not sure how. Some kids from cultures where money management is taught young are thriving.
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fewunderstandLegendary
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#19Jul 3, 2020, 12:51 AM
Teaching kids about financial stability is great. Boot camps might be useful. Why not start early? Learning about money can only help them.
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grimmaxiSenior Member
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#20Jul 3, 2020, 05:21 AM
Financial literacy won’t make you rich overnight, but it helps you manage your life better. Schools don’t teach it, and that's a huge gap.
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