Don’t Be Afraid of Financial Education for Kids
As a parent or legal guardian, you’re the first person to introduce your child to the concept of money. It may sound intimidating, but don’t get spooked by the pressure of teaching them the right or wrong way to save. We’re here to help give you the best resources for financial education for kids. Let’s get started!
What Age Should I Start Teaching My Kids about Finances?
Do you remember being little and thinking that your parent’s credit card just paid for things without money? Credit cards may be a bit extreme for children to understand, but there is plenty you can teach your little one about finances. According to a study by the University of Cambridge, you can start teaching your children about finances as early as three years old. While that may seem young, three-year-olds are just beginning to learn their numbers and letters at this developmental age. You can incorporate money into their day-to-day education.
Learning tools like counting bears are a great way to show children visual examples of how numbers work when bears are added or taken away. Later on, you can start introducing coins, cash, and even a debit card. The earlier a child can use things they learn with real-world examples, the better the concepts will stick and be understood. See, financial education for kids isn’t so spooky!
No Tricks and All Treats with a Rocky Raccoon Account
After your little saver has mastered those ABCs and 123s, take the next step with a Rocky Raccoon account. The Rocky Raccoon kid’s savings account is simple and easy to set up, with no monthly service fees and only a $25 minimum to get started. The kid’s accounts at White River Credit Union are designed to help children, ages 0-12, develop responsible saving habits and have fun. (That’s our favorite part!) When you’re ready to get your kids set up, contact our team online or give us a call at (360) 825-4833.
Enjoy the Kid’s Account Resources and Activities at WRCU
Why stop the financial education there? When you visit White River Credit Union, your kiddo can explore Rocky’s corner to take a picture with the lifesize Rocky stand-up. Don’t forget to check out the fun and educational activity sheets to bring home with you or print out online!
Ready to celebrate the spooky season? Come dressed in your Halloween best and stop by WRCU for a treat before heading downtown to enjoy Trick or Treating with the Enumclaw community on Monday, October 31st, from 4-6 PM on Cole Street.
