Given a persistent state of economic uncertainty, it’s not surprising more American parents are taking financial education into their own hands. According to a recent survey, 93% of parents with children under 18 are now teaching their kids about basic personal finance principles — a significant jump from previous generations. 

Many are starting as early as ages three or four, motivated by a growing recognition that financial literacy is too important to leave to chance to schools.

This shift comes at a time when systems like Social Security and Medicaid are under threat, and when parents are determined to help their children avoid repeating their own financial mistakes. 

Related

Even as schools expand financial........

© Salon