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Momversation Monday: Does Giving an Allowance Send the Wrong Message?
July 6th, 2009
Back in the day, many of us learned about working for wages via our “allowance.” We washed a few dishes, dusted some furniture, and watched the dollars shiny quarters roll in. But does giving an allowance for chores send the wrong message? Should kids be paid for doing things around the house that they ought to do (ie. tidy their rooms, help with dishes, etc.) already? How do you deal with the issue of allowances? The panelists at Momversation have some creative solutions to share!
For more on this topic, check out the following articles:
• Helping Kids Learn About Money
• Allowance Basics
• How to Talk About Budgets with Your Kids
• Family Finance Quiz
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