CHILDREN ARE like sponges; they generally absorb knowledge fast. Parents can take advantage of this wonderful time by teaching them about money early on.

In Rich Kid Smart Kid, author Robert T. Kiyosaki wrote: “I am often asked, ‘At what age should I start teaching my child about money?’ My answer is, ‘When your child becomes interested in money.’”

Lifestyle trainer Chinkee Tan, author of the book Till Debt Do Us Part, shares that kids can be taught about money as early as four years old.
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