The Early Investor - Michael W Zisa

An amusing, yet uncommonly realistic book that is imperative for a young teen/adult to read. The Early Investor is written from the unique perspective of the author who is an experienced financial literacy teacher as well as an independent financial advisor. The author teaches financial responsibility and the basics of investing in a fun, but informative approach that includes simple charts and graphs to illustrate concepts. Topics include, but are not limited to:

-Being Frugal & Financially Responsible
-The Incredible Power of Compounding
-The Basics of Stocks, Bonds, & Mutual Funds
-Index Investing
-401k Plans
-Roth & Traditional IRAs
-Managing Your Investments

There is also an interesting chapter for parents on how to teach your children about saving and investing. The Early Investor is an essential and influential gift for your children and/or grandchildren whether they are in middle school, high school, college, or just starting their careers.