From my monthly newsletter The Kidnexions Connection: Making decisions can be tough for kids. Especially when they’re confronted with two very appealing choices. I can go to my friend’s sleepover birthday party or attend the premiere to the new Harry Potter movie with my family. If they choose to go to the sleepover, they’ll be able to hang out with their friends and stay up late. On the other hand, if they go to the movie, they’ll be a part…
The best way to teach kids financial literacy is in the context of their everyday lives. Here’s this month’s teachable money moment: The next time you’re out shopping with your child and she finds something she wants to buy (with her money, of course), have her think about the number of work hours or jobs that are necessary for her to pay for the purchase. For example, have her come up with the number of hours she would have to…
Parents know…life can sometimes be hectic with kids. But something as simple as establishing routine can help life run a little more smoothly and efficiently. When kids know what to expect, they feel more relaxed and in control. And because of their predictability, dinnertime-, homework-, and bedtime-routines can actually give kids a sense of mastery in handling their own lives. A tangible way to involve kids in routine is to post a large family calendar in a prominent location. With…
Here is my latest kids and money quick tips video. The Above-and-Beyond Jobs list does not show up well, so to get a clear view of the list, click here.
It’s Homecoming Week. I know, because for the last week, I’ve had a house full of seniors working on float building, routines, and skits. It’s been crazy but a lot of fun. I’ve enjoyed getting to know a lot more of the senior class. It’s a nice group of kids. Tonight they will get to show off the U.S.S. Seniors during the homecoming game half time show. It’s the boat float they built and comes complete with a beach which…