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Scenario

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.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

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

Your guide for this
Zera
Zera works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Money and children — raising financially literate kids?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.