Recently, I embarked on a journey to teach children about the importance of understanding money. I think it’s important to get them started young. One idea I had was to have them purchase one share of Disney stock and frame it.
As it turns out, some adults were asking me how they could do this as well.
While there are various ways to accomplish this task, I wanted to share one simple solution, visit Shareinaframe.com.
For instance, you could purchase that single Disney share, frame it nicely and hang it up on your child’s wall. It’s something that’s tangible and they’ll understand that. Plus, the value of the gift could increase in time.
It’s not just for kids though. Many have an “empty” feeling when money is being used on something that you can’t see, visualize and feel. Take real estate, you can see, visualize and feel your investment—whether it’s developed or raw land.
For the older “kid,” Shareinaframe offers Harley Davidson stock. They have four nice frames to choose from too. There’s a small processing fee. The only other cost involved is for the share of stock and frame you choose.
All in all, it’s a nice concept and something to think about.
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My name is Jason A. Martin and this is my investment blog. Back in Jr. High School I fell in love with an electrical wiring company's stock on Wall Street. After following the stock daily in the papers—the Internet wasn't around back then—I sent them a letter and they sent me back all sorts of wonderful information about their company.
In High School, we had a stock market contest. All the kids were picking companies that made stuff they consumed. When I announced my beloved company, I was laughed at. Little did they know that my company was going to be the subject of a takeover soon.
Long story short, I won the contest and have made money in the stock market, through real estate investing, currency trading and so forth.
I hope you enjoy Financial Rebel. If you do, please leave your comments and share this site with those you know. I also run a currency trading blog over at CapitalistNation.com.
Jason
6 Comments
Great idea! I remember my Mom gave me 2 Indian head pennies when I was very young. I believe you are right about the tangible side of money involving kids in later life’s financial decisions. I now have a mortgage advice site. It pretty much covers the basics of mortgage related stuff. Come by and have a look when you get time
Marc
2/24/2008
I am very impressed by your posting. That’s really a great idea. In fact, I myself have been an investor in equities for a number of years and would be happy to share my experience with one and all.
Feel free to visit my blog on free finanical planning tips. Good to share. Thanks.
Bernard
3/2/2008
I like this idea, but how about having them buy a share of something that might be worth a lot more over the long run, like McDonalds?
California Mortgage Loan
4/2/2008
I have a stupid question.Can anobody tell me how much dollars are out there?:I mean the total amount of dollars on the marker:100 trilion?Because it seems US guverment is printing dollars like crazy.
Jim
5/6/2008
You might even what to consider purchasing older stock or bonds. Scripophily, the collecting of antique stock and bond certificates, is a fascinating and growing hobby, with thousands of collectors worldwide.
Michael
6/2/2008
Good idea. If one of our kids finds a quarter around the house that isn’t theirs, we make them give it to us to help them to understand the value of money and that it is to be earned. Hope that doesn’t sound too harsh, but we think the lesson is important.
Stock Research
9/10/2008
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