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Parenting Ideas from the Most Unlikely Places

I was so surprised when I found some excellent parenting ideas from, you'll never guess, an appliance manufacturer!  Yes, Kenmore, has some great ideas to help you with your family:

Inspiring your kids to earn their own money is a smart way to teach them new skills and responsibilities--as well as the value of a dollar.  Use these tips to help thme get started:

TOP JOBS
Use these ideas to help your kids find creative ways to earn extra money as they learn new skills.

The Younger Set
Help them set up a stand to sell lemonade or handmade crafts, such as beaded jewelry.  Recruit them during large chores, like weeding the garden, and pay them per project.

Tweens
Let them take over laundry duties with a wash and fold service, and pay them by hours worked.  Assign them a plot in the garden where they can grow herbs and vegetables to sell once full grown.

Teenagers
Encourage them to start a babysitting, dog walking or yard work service for trusted neighbors and friends.  Let them turn recycling into a profitable pastime by collecting cans and exchanging them for change.

LIFE SKILLS
Give your kids the tools they need to get the most out of their jobs.
  • Safety comes first during every task: Ensure your kids use age-appropriate tools and never work for strangers.
  • Teach your kids the value of holding onto their earnings by opening a savings account on their behalf and checking it regularly together.
Thank you Kenmore for these great ideas.

NOW IT'S YOUR TURN TO TALK BACK:
  • Did you find this article helpful?
  • What jobs or life skills have you used with great success?





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Written by Laura Breite -  Mothering Guide
San Diego, CA
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Laura Breite
www.MotheringGuide.com
13422 Sawtooth Rd
San Diego, CA 92129

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