Ages 8–10: Growing Independence

Illustration of a simple allowance system for kids showing three categories: Save, Spend, and Give to help teach financial responsibility.

When the sun's blazing, the sprinklers are dancing, and school is officially so last season , it’s prime time to teach kids that summer fun can come with a paycheck (or at least a piggy bank clink). That’s right, we're diving into the delightful world of summer jobs for kids ! Whether your kiddo is four or ten, there are fun, safe ways to sprinkle a little earning magic into their break. Summer Jobs For Kids: Why Even Littles Can Learn to Earn Before you picture your kinderga

Discover how to teach budgeting to kids with this playful guide for busy parents. Learn simple strategies for money management for kids that grow with them—from piggy banks to smart saving habits.

Allowances can be magic wands or mayhem triggers. Used right, they’re like financial training wheels that teach kids money skills without the scraped knees! Used wrong, and suddenly you’ve got a tiny CEO negotiating “performance bonuses” for brushing teeth. Whether your kiddo is just figuring out that quarters aren’t chocolate coins or they’re ready for their first debit card, there’s a just-right strategy waiting for you! Let’s break it down by age group—sprinkled with fun t

Let’s face it—today’s kids can troubleshoot a smartphone faster than most adults can find their glasses. So why not harness that screen time for good and help your child become a money-savvy superhero? Whether you’re parenting a wide-eyed 6-year-old or a confident high schooler, kids banking  is a powerful way to teach life skills and spark financial independence  early. With online and mobile banking  tools, parental controls, and goal-setting features, kids ages 6–18 can st