The Opposite of Spoiled
by Ron Lieber
Talking to kids about money: allowance, chores, giving, wants versus needs, answering why we cannot afford it. Thoughtful, values-based and practical.
Read it if…
you want to raise financially grounded children.
See the book →
Skip it if…
you want adult personal finance.
Try instead: Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even If You're Not) →
Three things you will actually use
- Talk about money openly.
- Allowance teaches; chores are separate.
- Model generosity.
Do this first
Set up the three jars: spend, save, give.
Our verdict
Kids and money.
See the book →
Compare with other Parenting books

Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even If You're Not)
Beth Kobliner · Parenting
Money lessons by age.
CLICK TO SEEBrowse all Parenting book reviews or get the free Reality Code Cheat Sheet.
As an Amazon Associate, WisdomDeck earns from qualifying purchases. Links marked “Click to see” go to Amazon. We are not paid for opinions, prices and availability are not shown here and change on Amazon, and we never see your purchase details. Nothing here is medical, legal or financial advice.


