Teaching Kids Responsible Holiday Shopping
‘Tis the season to give, and to give we often need to spend. Holidays inspire many family traditions and one of them could be sharing in the art of responsible seasonal shopping.
Whether your kids are old enough to shop on their own or need closer guidance, the Universal Protection Service offers these security tips to ensure your younger shoppers stay happy. Included in the list is remembering to keep cash out of view and being aware of suspicious solicitation.
Perhaps you want to instill in your children buying meaningful products. The Center for a New American Dream, sponsored by the World Wildlife Fund, is running a national campaign aimed to teach kids how they can make a difference in the world by buying differently.
It’s also tempting for kids to want to spend their holiday money on something they might want. This Family Education article discusses six ways to educate children on how to understand what it really feels like to give to others during the holidays, as well as simple steps on how to get involved in giving to your community.
Understandably, money in general might be hard to find this season. This article on PBS Parents talks about how the family can work together to money lessons for both you and your kids.
Remember, great holiday memories and gifts can be created without spending lot of cash. It’s all up to parenting when teaching kids how to buy real Christmas spirit.
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