Well – it’s out, and it’s on. Yesterday, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty announced the 2011 federal budget for Canada, and reactions were expectedly quick and varied. Here are the highlight’s that affect Canadian families and individuals.
Jobs for Kids that are Eager to Earn
Guest Author
Have your kids expressed an interest in earning an income? Do they want things that you’re unwilling to purchase outright? Or are you simply looking for a way to teach them the value of hard work and fair pay? If your children are eager to join the workforce, there are a number of ways you can help them to reach their goals. Of course, the route you choose will depend largely on the age of your child, but it’s never too soon (or too late) to teach your children the skills they will need to get by in the world one day. And it’s even more important now, as experts continuously agree that financial literacy must be a bigger priority in elementary and high school courses. And it all starts with a good work ethic. Here are a few jobs that will get them started on the right foot.
The Keys To Developing Self-Discipline In Children
Susan Lieberman
One of the most important developmental accomplishments in childhood is the emergence of self-discipline. Studies have found that a child who has self-discipline is often much more prepared for whatever challenges life throws their way, and that self-control is best learned in early childhood. Every parent wants their child to be the best they can be, and the question often asked is “what parenting style is best in order for children to thrive, have good self- esteem and show appropriate self-control?” Many experts have found that an authoritative parenting style is best at helping your child achieve self-discipline. An authoritative parenting style is one with expectations, rules and structure. However, it can’t be confused with a dictatorial style. Authoritative parents communicate well with their children, offer support, flexibility and allow for mistakes.
$25,000 Means 25 Deserving Kids in Summer Camp
Carly Maga
Kids In Camp and a similar cause, the Amici Camping Charity, face a common challenge: not enough funds to meet the high demand of their services. Because of this, the Amici Charity has entered into the Pepsi Refresh Project and is in the running to win $25,000. The Interim Executive Director of Amici, Jennifer Wilson, has written this letter to the readers of Our Kids, stating how you can help them make the summer camp dreams of 25 worthy kids come true.
Teaching Kids Money Smarts
Guest Author
Kids need to learn the value of money at an early stage in life and very little is being done to provide the information for kids and teens to develop the right financial habits, and both parents and teachers can help. VIDEO SERIES: How to teach your kids about money Providing your kids with an [...]
Make Your Teen Saving Savvy
Guest Author
Most adults today can recall times of financial stress in their youth due to mismanagement of money, or just plain lack of knowledge when it came to something as basic as a monthly budget. It therefore stands to reason that one of the most valuable gifts you can give your child before he or she is initiated into the adult world (known as college) is a sound understanding of the value of money: how to earn it, how to spend it, and how to save it.
