The Best Christmas Present Ever

Hi Scott,

I bought Barefoot Kids for my seven-year-old son Chris during the school holidays. I wasn't sure he'd read it – he's only ever read small books before. Well, he's now read it multiple times, made his jars, and is planning to start two businesses: creating video games and selling dog treats. Here's what really got me: I'm 40, and I still don't have my money sorted. Watching Chris get excited about saving has finally inspired me to read YOUR book and fix my own finances. Thank you for giving him a better start than I had.

Linda

Hey Linda,

Thanks for the kind words.

This year I've taught my money class at my kids' school, and the results have been awesome. The key to teaching anything is to make a game out of it – to get the kids off their screens and into the big wide world. They'll amaze you every time. Oh, and please thank your son for inspiring you! Merry Christmas!