by Caitlin Kenney 2010

Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.

This week in class, we’re reading "Study: 'High Incomes Don't Bring You Happiness'" by Caitlin Kenney.

The article "Study: 'High Incomes Don't Bring You Happiness'" discusses a study conducted by psychologist Daniel Kahneman and economist Angus Deaton that analyzed the impact money has on happiness.

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Beauty & Happiness and Power & Greed as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"Does money buy happiness?" and "How can we achieve happiness?"

Ways to support your child: