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How to talk to young children about poverty and economic inequality

My 5-year-old asked me why some people don't have homes and I realized I have no idea how to explain economic inequality to a child.

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You're facing the challenge of introducing your child to society's harsh realities without overwhelming their developing sense of justice.

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