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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. It never occurred to me to ask Mom or Mom-in-law to come watch my kids. They rarely gave us toys or money. Expectations of our children. It’s just fun!

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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. Buying gasoline. Talk about various car expenses, besides gasoline, like oil, windshield washer fluid, mechanics, tuneups, tires, car payment interest and etc. Watching TV. Entertainment Related.

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