But some financial experts say kids stand to benefit if parents are a bit more open. Almost one quarter of teenagers in the study failed to meet what the OECD considers to be the minimum threshold for financial literacy. (Getty Images)Open and honest"The real challenge with financial literacy is that people are afraid to speak to their kids about finances," Ceholski told host Angela Sterrit on CBC's B.C. Letting kids in on major financial decisions early on in their life can help them navigate similar terrain in their future, Ceholski says. (CBC)Simple exercisesSince children generally don't have many bills to pay, Ceholski encourages parents to let their kids invest some of those dollars in stocks.

Source: CBC News April 21, 2018 19:52 UTC