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“Lemonade Sold Out” fun book for kids of all ages!

Happy children make for a happy home! Sour kids make for a long weekend! We opted for the former and had fun making memories at the lemonade stand!  This was no ordinary stand – it was the larger than life … Continue reading

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Back to School Activities and Lesson Plans

School budgets are in effect! There’s a whirlwind of networking, collaborating and masterminding happening now.  Teachers are sharing new and improved ways to implement instruction.  An exciting school year lies ahead! The New York City schools chancellor, Carmen Fariña, is directing … Continue reading

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Turn up the Heat

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Financial Literacy For YOUth

This back to school season, remember that financial literacy is for YOUth. It can enhance professional development and instruction in all subjects. The results are amazing – even with five-year olds! As a financial instructor, it has been my experience … Continue reading

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The Problem with Back to School Backpacks

“The cute ones are often the worst.” Speaking of backpacks, not kids! Backpacks on the back to school shopping list means more than the making a choice between fabrics and colors. This post is to help ‘unpack’ the problems to … Continue reading

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Your Money Never Stops Working

Happy  Labor Day!  Hopefully, you have the day off, but your money never stops working.  Here are a few tips and tricks for stretching those back to school dollars into money lessons for kids.       Buy With Cash … Continue reading

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What Parents Learn from Kids Allowance

Kids outgrow everything – from rolling backpacks to last year’s school supplies. What works when they’re younger is sure to fail, if given enough time. That dollar allowance for every year equal to their age is cool – up until … Continue reading

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Broken Piggy Bank

This summer we broke the piggy bank! For once we went for broke, it was time to enjoy the warm weather and celebrate life with a splurge! Now that school is just around the corner its time to re-think the … Continue reading

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