Online Tools That Can Help boost your kids’ financial literacy
V1 Staff |
Teaching kids how to be financially independent can seem like a daunting task. But the Internet serves up a virtual buffet of websites that make gaining financial intelligence not only easier but also a ton of fun. Check out this small sampling of what’s out there:

PBSkids.org/ItsMyLife
This PBS website offers informational articles geared towards child readers, a Mad Money game, and a long list of suggested offline activities for teaching kids to save.

PracticalMoneySkills.com
The brainchild of Visa and various educators throughout the country, this website’s offerings range from financial football games to tooth fairy money calculators. It caters to everyone from elementary-age kids to adults with interactive games, articles, and much more.

TheMint.org
This website offers everything from interactive quizzes for kids to budgeting tips for teens, and the entire website is meant to appeal to everyone in the family. There are even special sections for parents and educators to help take the learning one step further at home and in the classroom.