Yeah its tax season! I know the excitement. What wonderful things are you purchasing for yourself, for your family, for your children? This year in 2020 try something new or expand on what you've done in the past. What am I referring too? All that money , moolah, that some individuals get during tax season.
Now, I'm not saying don't splurge just a little BUT, I think you could make better use of some of those funds by spending it wisely. One way to spend it wisely is by investing in the future. Whose future? Your children, your offspring, your babies. I am talking about investing in your children; planting seeds that will later grow and manifest into something or someone great. Think about it, Instead of purchasing items that lose value overtime invest in things that will increase in value. Add value to who your child is and will become in this society. Need some suggestions ? Read below.
Quick tips on easy and fun ways to invest in your child's future.
1. School supplies - One of the easiest and quickest upgrades you can make for your child is to restock their school supplies. I'm talking about at home and at school. Contact your child's teacher. Make sure they have all the supplies they need for your student to succeed academically and if your feeling real generous offer to purchase additional supplies for the class. Lets face it , these children are the future. Invest in your future, Invest in their future.
2 .Purchase reading material or subscribe to a digital library. Children should read often. It stimulates their imagination and expands their understanding of the world. Kindle for Kids is also a great investment.
3. Travel - Buy a passport and travel. Introduce them to the world. Give them opportunities to meet and interact with all people and other cultures from around the world. Allow their imagination to come to life.
4. Extra-curricular activities - Provide opportunities for them to participate in extra-curricular activities. Many activities instill in children great values such as team work and basic social skills. It helps them learn and grow to be a well rounded person. Its also fun for them and allows them to perfect a skill they possess.
5. College Plan or Savings plan - I mention both because not everyone is interested in going to college, however a savings plan provides a financial foundation for other opportunities such as starting a business.
It is our responsibility as parents to help our children figure out who they are, their likes and dislikes, their talents etc. Although it is ever changing we can set the foundation for their journey. It is also our responsibility to teach them how to make smarter and wiser choices. We live in a world of "Do as I say, not as I do " however children " Do as they see". Let's start helping them see the future from a different perspective. Its our responsibility! #kinderGardensmarts #2020goals #taxseason #blackparents #parenting #moneygoals #moneyandkids #familygoals #teachourchildren #budgetingwithkids #teachers
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