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Make your child’s allowance an allocation not an entitlement

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Back then it was enough to buy 5 whole candy bars, a paperback book or some other combination of small items (baseball cards, marbles, Ben Franklin toys and etc). I trimmed grass around the house, I was on call to help Dad fix cars, paint the house or help Mom pick and can the plums and etc.

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Using Kids Crafts to Teach the Gift of Giving

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A garden stepping stone for Mom, maybe?! Your kids have been to camp, done baseball and goofed off to their hearts content. How about helping them make a lasting gift for Mom? Each year I try to help my kids teach their kids about personal finance. Moms always love anything their kids give them!

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