Keeping kids entertained during the school holidays doesn't have to mean expensive outings or hours in front of a screen. Some of the best money lessons comes from everyday experiences, and every family approaches pocket money differently. While some household jobs are simply part of contributing to the family, others can be a great opportunity to earn extra pocket money, while learning valuable money skills.
By giving kids opportunities to earn their own pocket money, you're helping them build confidence, responsibility and skills they'll use long after the holidays are over.
Whether your child is saving for a new toy with our SMART Goal Tracker, a special outing or simply learning the value of earning their own money, these five activities can help keep them busy while turning everyday tasks into valuable money lessons.
The holidays are the perfect time to tackle some of those jobs that often get left until the weekend.
Depending on your child's age, they could:
These everyday jobs help kids learn responsibility while contributing to the household – and earning a little pocket money along the way. Bonus points if they offer their services to grandparents, neighbours or family and friends!
💰 Kit’s Money Lesson: Connecting everyday jobs with pocket money helps kids understand the link between effort, responsibility and earning. Make it fun with our Learn to Earn Chore Bingo Sheet.
Kids love getting creative, and running their own mini market is a fun way to introduce entrepreneurial thinking.
They could:
Along the way, they can help decide on prices, count their earnings and chat with customers, all while learning that earning money often takes planning and effort.
💰 Kit’s Money Lesson: Making money isn't just about working hard – it can also involve creativity, problem-solving and planning ahead.
There's something satisfying about seeing the results of a job well done. Washing the family car is a simple way for kids to get active, help out at home and earn some pocket money.
They can wash the outside, clean the windows and, for older children, even vacuum the inside. By the end, they'll have a sparkling clean car – and a real sense of achievement.
💰 Kit’s Money Lesson: Taking pride in doing a job well can be just as rewarding as earning the money.
Why not turn recycling into a school holiday adventure?
Collect eligible bottles and cans from around the house (or while out on family walks) and take them to your local refund point. Not only are kids helping the environment, they'll also see how lots of small amounts can quickly add up.
💰 Kit’s Money Lesson: Every little bit counts. Small amounts can grow into meaningful savings over time.
Cooking dinner isn't just a valuable life skill – it's also a great way to earn pocket money.
Kids can help:
You could even make it a monthly tradition where kids take charge of one family meal.
💰 Kit’s Money Lesson: Planning, budgeting and preparing a meal helps kids understand that money is connected to everyday decisions – not just spending.
The best part about these activities isn't just the extra pocket money – it's the conversations they create.
After each job, ask questions like:
These simple conversations help children build confidence and develop healthy money habits that can last a lifetime.
The school holidays are a great opportunity to build on the core concepts of earning, saving and spending – and Kit helps families turn everyday moments into meaningful money lessons.
With Kit, parents can:
From saving for something special or simply learning the value of a dollar, Kit makes it easy to turn everyday jobs into lifelong money skills. For more tips, tricks and conversation starters, follow us on Instagram at @kitappau.