Girl Scouts Survey Results About Girls and Financial Literacy

Girls and Financial Literacy - Girl Scouts Survey

New Girl Scout Research Uncovers Girls’ Lack of Confidence in Financial Decision Making, Illustrates Desire to Learn

The American dream is alive and well among girls, according to a new report by the Girl Scout Research Institute, which reveals that girls feel optimistic about their financial futures, yet are less than fully knowledgeable about essential financial principles and instruments, from using credit cards to establishing good credit. And just 12 percent of the girls surveyed say they feel confident in making financial decisions.

How to Get Your Kids to do Chores

How to Get Your Kids to do Chores

Tricks to Get Your Kids to Help with a Quick-Clean of Your Home

by Lorraine Brock

Having an organized plan to get something done is the first step to making it happen. Without a plan, there is usually chaos and a series of sporadic tasks that rarely lead to completed projects. This scenario is true even for household chores.

Chores may not be fun, but they have to be done

Let’s talk today about how to teach kids the importance of being responsible and contributing members of their household and accepting chores that are appropriate. The truth is that for most kids, chores are not fun. Even adults do not necessarily enjoy chores, but at least we realize that if we do not wash the dishes, we will not be eating off of clean plates. Kids, on the other hand, would just use their fingers as utensils and the counter tops as plates!

Kids Birthday Party : Birthday Party Etiquette

Birthday Party Do's and Don'ts - Birthday Party Etiquette

Do’s and Don’ts of Kids Birthday Parties

 

Navigating the world of children’s birthday parties can certainly be overwhelming. Do I have to invite my kid’s entire classroom these days? I love the ease of Evite, but is it rude? I love that my child is invited to so many parties, but what if I don’t have the cash for all those birthday presents? Don’t worry, parents, because I have your roadmap for avoiding birthday etiquette potholes.