4 summer jobs for kids
Summer is the perfect season to build your kids’ entrepreneurial muscles.
It only takes about a week of summer break before the thrill of not having to wake up or do school assignments gives way to the “I’m bored” blues. Parents know that refrain all too well, and it triggers their back-to-school countdown.
Why get stuck in that loop? Instead, try something new. Kids and adults alike can have fun coming up with ways to earn and save money this summer. Kids can research what’s needed in their neighborhood, price out their services and come up with ways to promote their business. It can be a win-win for the whole family.
Here are a few ideas for kids ages 13 and under to earn money.
Pet care: If your kids love and care for their own pets, why not consider launching a dog walking, dog washing or pet sitting service? As summer temperatures soar, pet owners may gladly pay someone else to walk or bathe their fur baby. And with summer family travel plans, your neighbors may be more willing to let their beloved pet stay with your family than in a kennel, or risk taking them on the plane.
Lawn Care: Beyond mowing lawns, mulching and tending to gardens, your child may also set up a watering service. It could be one less item on a neighbor’s to-do list and reassuring to know they won’t return from family vacation to find dead houseplants, flowers or gardens.
Car washes: It’s a great way to have fun playing with the water while earning money. Parents will need to provide the supplies and help find a suitable location.
Use your talents: Kids who aren’t the outdoor or labor intensive type,and are at least 13 years old, can set up shop on etsy.com and sell their artwork or crafts. Another option is to create their own YouTube channel that offers anything from gaming tips to online tutorial videos. Tech savvy kids can get paid $5 and $10 on Fiverr.com for quick tasks like animation, illustration, creating music, editing videos and more.
