A long, long time ago (well about 10 years ago)
in a galaxy far away (Minnesota)
there was a MOM (that would be me)
who decided that it was important to her
for her children to learn the value of money
as well as the value of what we spend
our money ON!
So I decided to give the kids the
opportunity to earn money for their
back to school clothes.
I am pretty sure that the fun ages when
boys and girls realize that the Name &
the Symbol on your clothes is a
REALLY BIG DEAL!!
It worked so well the first year,
we have continued ever since-
So for all you inquiring minds who
wonder what on earth I keep my kids busy doing
during the summer-
Here is Our Summer Chore List
1. Vacuum Blinds
2. Clean Windows & Sills
3. Vacuum & Clean Cars (can be done every week)
4. Clean out Bathroom Drawers
5. Clean bedroom closet and drawers, inventory donations
6. Sweep Garage
7. Rotate canned food storage
8. Mow Lawn
9. Pull Weeds
10. Vacuum Patio furniture
11. Spend three hours with younger sibling and let mom do _______
12. Write a monthly menu
13. Write and maintain a self improvement goal
14. Make a treat to take to a friend
15. Make mom a new i-tunes playlist
16. Dust and clean all hanging pictures
17. Iron
18. Wash and Oil Cabinets
19. Wash doors (we always have fingerprints)
20. Clean and organize pantry
I realize that paying children is a hot topic
in the world of parenting-
Yes, I agree kids are part of the family
and therefore should work with the family-
but for OUR FAMILY-
I want them to understand basic budgeting skills
and how to wisely save and spend hard earned money-
and I want them to learn this lesson long before they
are out on their own and trying to fill
their closets before filling their pantry!
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