KIDS032 Kid start-ups; the new age of kidpreneurs (545 words)

Starting a hobby business can be a fun and rewarding way for kids to learn important life skills like creativity, responsibility, and entrepreneurship. This article explores the benefits of encouraging children to turn their hobbies into small businesses, and provides tips for getting started.

You’ve probably not heard of Ben Pasternak, but this Australian kidpreneur, at the ripe old age of 19, lives alone in his own New York high-rise apartment.

Kidpreneurs are everyday kids with an eye for an opportunity and the entrepreneurial drive to make it happen.

Ben’s fortune grew from the tech business he set up to develop social media apps for teens. After recently selling it, he’s now turning his attention to the burgeoning plant-based food industry.