Kids can earn money through various simple and age-appropriate ways, both at home and in their community. Here are some effective methods:
Ways for Younger Kids to Earn Money
- Do chores and odd jobs : Help with household tasks like washing dishes, vacuuming, folding laundry, or yard work such as pulling weeds. Families can assign a dollar value to these tasks
- Babysitting : Older kids can babysit younger children in the neighborhood, earning up to $20 an hour with parental support and trust-building
- Walk dogs and feed pets : Offer pet care services to neighbors, such as dog walking or feeding pets when owners are away
- Sell unwanted items : Organize a garage sale or sell clothes, toys, and books online or in person. Creative kids can also sell handmade crafts or art
- Lawn mowing and yard work : Mowing lawns, watering plants, picking weeds, or shoveling snow can earn kids between $10 and $40 per yard, depending on the neighborhood
- Lemonade stand or treat sales : Set up a lemonade stand or sell ice cream and popsicles at local parks or events for easy profit
Ways for Teens to Earn Money
- Freelance online : Teens 13 and older can offer services like writing, graphic design, or editing on platforms such as Fiverr, with parental help if needed
- Tutor peers : If skilled in school subjects, tutoring classmates or younger students can be a good source of income
- Find local gigs : Use community apps like Nextdoor to offer services such as babysitting, dog walking, or lawn care
- Part-time jobs : Teens meeting minimum age requirements can work in retail, restaurants, or other local businesses
- Monetize social media : Create content on platforms like TikTok, YouTube, or Instagram to earn through sponsorships and ads, requiring dedication and a following
- Livestream on Twitch : Teens 13+ can stream video games or related content with parental supervision and earn through donations and sponsorships
- Self-publish books : Use Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing to publish books, with a parent as publisher if underage
Additional Tips
- Start small and build trust with neighbors and family.
- Use parental guidance for online activities and sales.
- Focus on activities that match your interests and skills to stay motivated and successful
These options provide practical ways for kids and teens to earn money, develop responsibility, and build useful skills
