Money can feel invisible to kids. Three jars make it something they can see and touch. This 29-second video shows the idea.
Step 1: Set out three jars
Label them Save, Spend and Share. Clear jars work well because kids can watch the coins pile up.
Step 2: Split each bit of money
When money comes in from chores, allowance or a gift, help your child decide how much goes in each jar. Pick a simple split together that feels right for your family.
Step 3: Write it down
Log what went into each jar on a simple tracker. Kids like coloring in their progress.
Step 4: Talk about it each week
Once a week, count the jars together. Talk about what they are saving for, what they spent, and who they might share with.
Get the printables
The Kids Money Planner has save, spend, share pages for ages 6 to 12. Want jar labels too? The Kids Money Printables Bundle includes jar labels, a chore chart and an allowance tracker. Both are instant downloads.
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This is an organizing tool and an educational example, not financial advice.