Parent's Talk with Francine Juhlin

Teaching Children Financial Literacy: Simple Money Lessons for Every Age

I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, and in this episode of Parent’s Talk with Francine Juhlin, I’m joined by Michelle Riley, Vice President of South State Bank, for an important conversation about teaching children financial literacy from an early age.

How early should children start learning about money? And what can parents do to help them develop healthy financial habits?

Michelle and I discuss practical ways parents can introduce basic money concepts, from saving and spending to understanding the value of money. Whether you’re teaching a preschooler how to use a piggy bank or helping a teenager understand banking, these simple lessons can build a strong financial foundation.

Michelle also shares practical advice for making financial topics easier for families to discuss and apply at home.

If you’re a parent looking for simple ways to help your children become more confident and responsible with money, this conversation offers helpful ideas you can start using today.

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What is the first money lesson you plan to teach your child?

I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, founder of Personal Change Warriors LLC. Each episode brings conversations and practical insights to help parents navigate personal growth, confidence, and positive change.

Are kids learning enough about money?

In this episode of Parents Talk, Francine explores why financial literacy for kids is often missing from traditional school curriculums and why parents play an important role in teaching children about money.

The conversation goes beyond basic advice like saving money and looks at practical financial education for youth, including money management, building good financial habits, and helping children become more confident with money.

If you’ve ever felt that financial education was missing from your own childhood, this discussion offers helpful insights on how parents can fill that gap and give the next generation a stronger foundation for long-term financial success.

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I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, founder of Personal Change Warriors LLC. Each episode brings conversations and practical insights to help you navigate personal growth, confidence, and positive change.

Have you ever wondered how to make book discussions more meaningful and share reading recommendations that truly resonate?

In this episode, Francine joins fellow authors for a practical book discussion about sharing book recommendations, presenting book reviews, and creating meaningful literary conversations. They explore how authors can effectively share their books and connect with readers in ways that make a lasting impact.

Francine and the other authors discuss the basics of presenting a book review, sharing reading recommendations, and helping books reach and inspire the next generation. They also highlight how meaningful conversations around books can encourage reading, connection, and learning.

Discover practical tips for having better book discussions, sharing books with friends, and making a positive impact through reading and storytelling.

What book are you currently discussing or recommending to your friends?

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I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, founder of Personal Change Warriors LLC. Each episode brings conversations and practical insights to help you navigate personal growth, confidence, and positive change.

Have you ever wondered if playing guitar can help children learn to read?

In this episode, Francine talks with Joe Licari about the connection between music, learning, and early literacy. They explore how playing guitar and engaging in musical activities can support children’s cognitive development and strengthen skills related to language and reading.

Francine and Joe discuss how music can encourage focus, listening, memory, coordination, and other skills that may support children as they develop their reading abilities. They also share practical insights for parents and educators looking for creative ways to make learning more engaging.

Discover how music can be more than entertainment and become a meaningful part of a child’s learning and development.

Have you noticed a difference in your child’s learning or reading skills after they started playing an instrument?

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I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, founder of Personal Change Warriors LLC. Each episode brings conversations and practical insights to help you navigate personal growth, confidence, and positive change.

Have you ever wondered how recognizing your child’s unique needs can help you become a stronger part of their education team?

In this episode, Francine talks with R. Janet Walraven about the importance of recognizing that every child is unique. They discuss how parents can actively participate as part of their child’s education team, better understand their individual needs, and work together with educators to support their child’s learning and development.

Discover how being an informed and involved parent can help you better support your child’s educational journey, strengths, and overall growth.

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I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, founder of Personal Change Warriors LLC. Each episode brings conversations and practical insights to help you navigate personal growth, confidence, and positive change.

Have you ever wondered how understanding your child’s brain could help you raise a more confident and emotionally healthy child?

In this episode, Francine talks with Dr. Rob Kelly, a neuroscience expert, about the connection between neuroscience and parenting. They explore child brain development and discuss practical brain-based parenting strategies that can help parents better understand their children’s emotions, behaviors, and needs.

Discover how understanding the developing brain can help you support your child’s confidence, emotional growth, and overall development.

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I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, founder of Personal Change Warriors LLC. Each episode brings conversations and practical insights to help you navigate personal growth, confidence, and positive change.

Have you ever wondered if there’s a simple way to better understand when you’re truly hungry?

In this episode, Francine talks with coach and mentor Shelly Haas about The Hunger Scale, a visual tool designed to help people recognize their body’s hunger and fullness cues. Shelly explains how becoming more aware of these signals can support mindful eating and help distinguish physical hunger from emotional hunger.

Discover how paying closer attention to your body can help you develop greater awareness and a more balanced relationship with food.

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I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, founder of The Confidence Club for Kids. Each episode of Parent’s Talk brings thoughtful conversations and practical guidance to help parents support their children’s emotional growth, confidence, and personal development.

Have you ever struggled with anxiety or watched someone you care about navigate feelings of fear, worry, or uncertainty? What if understanding our experiences and learning practical ways to manage anxiety could help us move forward with greater confidence and peace?

In this episode, Francine Juhlin talks with Robyn Ladinsky about overcoming anxiety and navigating the challenges that can affect our everyday lives. Discover personal insights, practical strategies, and encouraging perspectives for managing anxiety, building confidence, and finding a more peaceful path forward. 💖

Robyn shares her personal experiences and insights, offering an honest look at the challenges of anxiety and the importance of finding tools and approaches that support emotional well-being.

From recognizing the thoughts and feelings that may hold us back to finding practical ways to move through difficult moments, this conversation offers hope and encouragement for anyone dealing with anxiety or supporting someone who is. Tune in for an open and inspiring conversation about anxiety, personal growth, confidence, and finding practical ways to create a more peaceful and fulfilling life.

I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, founder of The Confidence Club for Kids. Each episode of Parent’s Talk brings thoughtful conversations and practical guidance to help parents support their children’s emotional growth, confidence, and personal development.

Have you ever considered that your child’s room can encourage better sleep and even improve their school experience? What if the spaces around us are communicating more than we realize?

In this episode, Francine Juhlin talks with Trish John about Feng Shui and how our environment can influence the way we feel, work, rest, and grow. Discover how to create supportive spaces for every member of the family and how your child’s room, workspace, and home environment may impact their everyday experience. 💖

Trish shares how Feng Shui can help people recognize when their workspace is already supporting their success—and how the spaces we often ignore may be telling us something.

From the pile you keep avoiding to the project you haven’t finished to an area that feels heavy or uninspiring, your space is always communicating with you. Tune in for practical insights on creating a more supportive, comfortable, and positive environment for the whole family.

I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, founder of The Confidence Club for Kids. Each episode of Parent’s Talk brings thoughtful conversations and practical guidance to help parents support their children’s emotional growth, confidence, and personal development.

Is your high schooler feeling pressure about higher education? Is college really the right path for every child?

In this episode, Francine Juhlin explores parenting choices around higher education and alternatives to college. Discover practical parenting advice on how to support your child’s individual strengths, interests, confidence, and personal growth beyond traditional expectations. 💖

Learn why every child’s path may look different and how parents can encourage their teens to make choices that are right for them.

Tune in for helpful insights on parenting, personal growth, and supporting your child’s unique journey beyond college.