Jun 29, 2009
Ways for Kids to Make Money
With all of the new money making strategies available for you at home, it seems like there is a small group that is getting left out. Kids. But in all honesty, there are many ways for kids to make money and learn how to work at the same time.
A lot of kids these days never leave their homes because they are too busy surfing online or playing video games. Instead of handing over the money for them to buy stuff, you could assist them in making money. The project of money making for your kids doesn’t have to be a huge project, but something to help them earn some extra cash.
A very simple starting point for your younger kids to earn those extra pennies they want can be as simple as a lemonade stand. You may be thinking that this idea is old school, but the oldies still work well today. Just imagine paying a few quarters on a hot day for fresh cup of lemonade. Remeber to keep an eye on your kids while they are selling too.
If it isn’t the season for lemonade, a great alternative would be hot chocolate or coffee. Make sure your kids bundle up before sending them outside with a thermal of hot water and some cups. But depending on how cold it is, this can be an effective method. The money that they invest in their small stand will definetly bring in great revenue for their piggy banks.
If having your kids sell outside isn’t your idea of a good project, then another great option is washing cars. This also requires a good location and maybe a few of their friends, but there is good money to be made in this project. Plenty of people will be willing to pay a few bucks for a nice car wash.
Now matter how your kids decide to make money, just remember that it doesn’t have to be a huge project for you. And let them have fun at the same time too!



