5 Books About Money That Schools Should Teach
We spend 12+ years in school learning algebra, history, and chemistry. But most of us graduate without knowing how to file taxes, how credit cards work, or what compound interest means.
Financial literacy is the most important life skill nobody teaches us. These 5 books fill that gap. If schools won't teach money, these books will.
#1. The Richest Man in Babylon
by George S. Clason
What schools should teach from this: Pay yourself first — save at least 10% of everything you earn
Ancient Babylonian parables that teach timeless principles of wealth. Pay yourself first, live below your means, invest wisely.
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#2. Rich Dad Poor Dad
by Robert Kiyosaki
What schools should teach from this: The rich don't work for money — they make money work for them
The #1 personal finance book of all time. Learn the difference between assets and liabilities, and why the rich don't work for money.
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#3. The Psychology of Money
by Morgan Housel
What schools should teach from this: No one is crazy — everyone makes financial decisions based on their unique experiences
Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness. Why behavior matters more than knowledge when it comes to money.
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#4. The Little Book of Common Sense Investing
by John C. Bogle
What schools should teach from this: Don't try to beat the market — own the entire market through index funds
The founder of Vanguard explains why low-cost index funds are the smartest investment most people can make.
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#5. Atomic Habits
by James Clear
What schools should teach from this: Get 1% better every day — small habits compound into remarkable results
Tiny changes, remarkable results. How small habits compound over time to create massive success — including financial success.
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The Bottom Line
The education system won't change overnight. But you can take your financial education into your own hands starting today. Pick up any of these 5 books and you'll know more about money than most college graduates.