Empower our kids to be bold and to think BIG!
REACH FOR THE STARS
Allow children to share and cultivate their ideas.
Introduce financial concepts early: EARN, SAVE, GIVE, INVEST.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Reach For The Stars is a children’s picture book meant to introduce young children to basic financial concepts. It also delivers a positive and uplifting message, empowering children to speak up about their ideas and inspiring them to take action.
This is a story about Mimi, a young girl who finds a way to earn and save money to make a purchase for something she desperately wants. In the process, she turns a simple idea into a successful business! Expose your young children to basic financial words like EARNING, SAVING, GIVING, INVESTING. Teach them to share their ideas and build confidence by joining Mimi as she becomes an entrepreneur, taking initiative to grow her business and manage her money. In the process, she also learns the importance and the joy of giving.
Will Mimi’s plan be successful? Who will she recruit to help her reach her goal? What set backs will she encounter?
This book is perfect for children ages 3-8 years. It will plant a seed for further learning, in which parents can be a part. You can supplement with fun activity sheets, which can be downloaded below.
Illustrated by Kaori Hamura-Long.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Michele is a physician, wife, and mother. Reach For The Stars was written out of a desire to introduce her own kids to the basics of financial literacy, lessons that she didn't learn until much later in life. When looking for financial books for her children, there were not many options for the younger age range. As a parent, she believes that teaching children about making wise financial decisions and investing in their financial future should be an essential part of early education. In addition to introducing basic financial concepts, this story is meant to build confidence and encourage our children to think BIG! Her hope is that this book will present basic concepts that will plant a seed for further learning and interest.
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It's not just some kiddie book. It's a cool way to teach little ones about money stuff like earning, saving, and investing, all through this fun story about Mimi, a girl who starts her own business.
My nephew kept asking really smart questions after reading it a few times, which showed me he was really getting into it. And it was really fun for me to read too...It's a great find for any kid (and their grown-ups!) looking to have some fun while learning about money.
- N.A.
'Reach for the Stars' was delightfully charming, and beautifully illustrated. Not only does it thoughtfully approach the subject of financial responsibility, and even entrepreneurship, but also the importance of sharing and friendship. There is a lot of value to be found in the pages of this book and is the perfect addition to any child's library.
- A. F.
This is a great book for anyone wanting to teach their children about finances (and everyone should). The reader will learn about things like making a profit, starting a business, saving money, investing, and making donations in a fun, engaging way!
- V
An empowering message for kids that they can learn and understand financial concepts. This book shows them how they can care for their present and future selves, as well as others, through money. The illustrations are beautiful and the story is fun and bright! My 4-year-old loves it and has already started putting money into her piggy bank!
- S.F.
Teaching children about money and finances must be a high priority for every family. This book is wonderful in that it will open up discussion and empower kids to make their own dreams come true.
- B
This is a very cute and educational book for kids to learn about money topics. The story is fun and easy to follow. The illustrations are beautiful. I also printed out the activity sheets for my kids and they had fun doing them. This is such an important topic for kids to learn young and this book is the perfect introduction.
- E. C.
This is a fantastic book for multiple reasons. It is easy to read, has adorable and colorful illustrations, and places an emphasis on key financial concepts: savings, interest, creativity, entrepreneurship, collaboration with other companies, sharing wealth with family and charities, and dreaming big. I highly recommend this to any parent, grandparent, aunt or uncle, or teacher to impart this smart money mindset, in a fun, unique way to the children in their lives!
- A.B.
This was a wonderful story about a little girl learning not only how to earn money, but also how to grow her earnings through interest and investment. We also appreciated her generosity and showing how you can still give to others without losing track of your own financial goals. A great introduction and conversation starter about finances and managing money.
- K. H.
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