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So, your kids want money, but you want them to earn it. They have an itch to earn money the hard way. They want a job. Problem is...they are ten! Here are a few "jobs" that your kids can do to earn some extra cash.
BABY SITTER
If you child likes younger kids, then a baby sitter is a popular choice. Parents often need a good and reliable baby sitter to watch their kids. Start out with family friends with younger kids. This could even expand into a full fledged babysitting service with a large list of clientel.
HOUSE CLEANING
Your child could simply do house cleaning. There are many chores that would be suitable such as vacuuming, dusting, etc. You can have them help out around your house, or they can help out family or close friends (people with whom you trust for your kids to be around their house doing light work.)
LEMONADE STAND
Everyone is familiar with the old fashioned lemonade stand. During the winter, you could expand to a warm apple cider business. Also try selling coffee, donuts, snack bags, or other food items. If you have crafty children, then have them make their own artwork to sell. Sometimes, a combination of food and items makes a good business.
CAR WASHING
Car washing is a needed service in many communities. Have your child get together with a few friends to offer to wash local cars. As an addition to this business, they can sell items mentioned in the lemonade stand section above while people wait for their car to be washed.
ANIMAL CARETAKER
Walking and playing with dogs, dog washing, or general grooming.
HOUSE AND PET SITTING
If a neighbor is taking a trip or vacation, then taking care of their house and/or pets may be an opportunity. This may include watering plants, and any other chores they may need.
LANDSCAPING
Cutting grass, weeding, trimming, planting flowers, raking leaves, and other landscaping jobs are abundant.
SNOW REMOVAL
In the winter time, many people need to have their driveways or sidewalks shoveled. This job works best when a group of kids can work together shoveling several houses. Make arrangements to shovel peoples houses before the snow storm.
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