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Grandparenthood Can Be Expensive!

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

They drove the 200 mile trip on holidays and birthdays to celebrate with us. They provided Christmas and birthday toys and on occasion provided direct financial aid. We were open and sharing with our children – letting them in on the family experience/family discussion/family decision making. They rarely gave us toys or money.

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Ways for Busy Parents to Teach Young Children About Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

They may start getting money for birthdays or for doing chores and may learn that they can save it, spend it and give it away. Know that money is limited and people need to make choices between things. Make change. Let them buy something once in a while with their own money – making sure to count their change.

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