Ways for Kids to Make Money
April 1st, 2008 by CourtThe course will teach you:
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I’m guessing that your kids would like to have more money. They are probably continually asking for more allowance, or for you to buy them more clothes, toys, or something else that they want.
If you continue to hand money to your kids, they will keep asking. This can set up a bunch of negative habits. Your kids won’t learn to earn their money, and they could end up seeing you as a lifetime money source. This bad habit won’t go away until you break it. You also can’t really hope for a kids make money miracle - in order for this to work you will have to learn how to make money for kids.
When your kids want something that they do not have, it is an opportune moment for you to provide an invaluable education. Teaching them how to earn money and create income will not only take a financial burden off of you, it will provide them with confidence and business skills that will help them to have happy and stable lives.
Beginning this process might be stressing you out. What you should do at this point is come up with plenty of ways for kids to make money. That way, your kids can choose what they are the most interested in and it will be very exciting for them. The best plan for them will be different for each child and will depend heavily on their age, sex, and interests.
Here are some ideas to get you started:
Bake Sale
Kids often love to cook, especially if they are baking brownies, cookies, cakes, or anything else that they would want to eat. They often can become very good at baking, if taught correctly. The trick here is to start by teaching them to cook one thing that other people enjoy, like chocolate chip cookies or brownies. This is a seriously outstanding ‘kids make money’ skill. 
Once they have mastered the process of making good chocolate chip brownies or cookies, you can teach them to market their yummy treats. There are a lot of different approaches that can be used to sell cookies. One of the best methods is by going to neighborhood parks and sporting events. Your kids could also go door to door, giving free samples to anyone that answers. By giving a price sheet with the free sample, they can create future orders, which will of course be delivered.
Shoveling Walks
Shoveling walks can be an exceptional way for kids to make money, if you live in an area with snow. Many people (especially the elderly) aren’t capable of shoveling their own walks, and those who are capable don’t want to do it. This method will teach your kids to work hard, shoveling snow isn’t easy, but while learning how to make money for kids, you probably won’t see that many methods that aren’t.
The best way to sell walk shoveling is door-to-door. If your kids go around immediately after it snows they will find the most business. Leaving a flier with a phone number can help to get business in the future. This probably isn’t one of the easy ways for kids to make money, but a little hard work isn’t bad for the little guys!
Car Washing
Car washing is one of the best ways for kids to make money. Why? Because for many kids, it’s fun! The cost is also very minimal, which makes for a nice profit margin. People will pay $5 or more to get their cars washed, so if you can find a location where a lot of cars will be passing, your kids can make a killing. Make the car wash a weekly occurrence, and people will come back again and again. People (including myself) hate washing cars.
The key to marketing a car wash is getting a location where a lot of cars will pass by. You will of course also want to make a sign that can be place a few blocks away from the car wash. To create a little added interest, you could have your kids go around door-to-door to pass out fliers the morning of the car wash. People in the neighborhood will often come get their car washed just to support the kids.
Hopefully you have enjoyed these three ways for kids to make money. They can all turn into profitable, residual small businesses that will give your child a nice income and A LOT of confidence.
For some additional ideas about how to make money for kids, you can check out our posts on ways for kids to make money and ways for teens to make money.
Thanks for checking our ways to make money for kids! If any of you find any other easy ways to make money for kids, send them over or drop a comment!
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May 13th, 2008 at 2:29 am
The creativity of young minds with technology …
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My 15 year old advertises his ability to mow yards on Craigslist.
My 13 year old creates custom avitars for online gamers to her online friends.
My 17 year old niece makes digital online scrapbook stories for pet owners about their pet.
May 30th, 2008 at 10:44 am
well i think you need to be sweet and inncocent!!!
what abut people on a budget what should they do!!!!
August 7th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
There are tons of ways kids can make money Dan. Even sweet and innocent ones.
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August 7th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
Shannon there are tons of ways kids can make money. Start thinking about what people buy and pay for!
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I guess what I’m looking for are some ways for kids to make money online!! I guess I don’t understand all of the legal issues that are involved with that, but would love for my kids to learn how to use the internet to make some money. Of course, I would need to learn a lot more myself to be able to make it happen.
August 4th, 2008 at 12:17 pm
thats great you really should have your kids look online for these things not actuilly have them earn money online
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June 27th, 2008 at 8:36 am
I think you are right on. If we hand kids money then they do not learn any money skills. They learn how to ask for money. If we can show them different options to earning money they will learn some basic business skills and money skills.
We then have to teach them how to save their money for spending, big ticket items, investments, and for giving to charity.
June 28th, 2008 at 8:58 pm
These are pretty good ideas but not exactly what im looking for.
August 7th, 2008 at 4:20 pm
If you find any other ways kids can make money let me know Ike!
July 18th, 2008 at 8:19 pm
well, im trying to raise money to go to the jonas brothers concert on my own, i have to raise 222 dollars and right now..these jobs., not helping. im in florida. ya think i got snow? hmph.. goodness…
July 22nd, 2008 at 3:26 pm
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July 25th, 2008 at 2:41 am
Maybe those who didn’t find the list helpful could have made some suggestions of their own.
Any tips that can help kids earn money are welcome. My grandaughter has her own girls soccer website where she sells soccer related products.
July 29th, 2008 at 9:45 pm
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December 4th, 2008 at 5:07 pm
this is great! .. but i dont know how i can start doing any of these.. i want to find one of my friends to help me. or maybe my cousin . but i dont kno how i can start. i want to start a fund raiser for the wolf conservation center. and for green peace. and i also want to make some money of my own! any help?
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