Chapter 1
History of Money
Darsh Shaparia, a 12-year-old Grade 7 student at Edubridge International School, is passionate about promoting financial literacy among young minds. Inspired by his maternal grandfather, Mr. Bipin Jhaveri, Darsh learned the importance of saving early to avoid debt later in life.
He deepened his knowledge through a two-year financial literacy course, guided by his teacher, Mrs. Ankita Majumdar. With strong support from his parents, Dr. Sheetal and Mr. Mayur Shaparia, Darsh wrote his book to empower peers to achieve financial independence. Beyond writing, Darsh excels in swimming, scuba diving and exploring geopolitics and history. He aspires to become a lawyer.
This book is an insightful guide by Darsh Shaparia that introduces readers to the world of money and its management. The book covers key topics such as the history of money, the importance of budgeting, banking basics, and beginner-friendly investments.
It explains how to make money work for you, manage finances using technology, and highlights the value of giving. Designed for young learners, it also touches on advanced financial concepts in an easy-to-understand way. This book aims to empower readers with the knowledge and skills needed to build a strong financial foundation for the future.
Chapter 1
History of Money
Chapter 2
Budgeting Magic - A Reason to Save
Chapter 3
Banking Basics
Chapter 4
Simple Investments for Beginners