The Seed Tree

Book excerpt: When it comes to managing your money, don't be left asking, "Why didn't they teach me this in school?" Instead, take this important knowledge into your own hands in order to prepare yourself for a future of happiness, wealth, and financial freedom.In The Seed Tree: A Financial Fable, high school teacher turned entrepreneur Stephen Carter details the story of sophomore Andrew Black as he navigates the world of finance alongside his instructor, Mr. Sharp. Written as a page-turning, engaging narrative, Andrew's experiences as he learns to manage his money serve as memorable lessons for the reader. From crafting a budget and obtaining his first job to setting up a Roth IRA and developing an investment plan, Andrew emerges at the end of the semester with more financial literacy than most adults attain in their lifetimes. With the power of compound interest at his back, Andrew's journey demonstrates the amazing benefits of getting an early start on the path toward financial intelligence.