Ask them to think of ways to reduce their spending. If their income is more than their expenses, talk about a savings plan. Suggest talking to neighbors from foreign countries, reading library books about other cultures, reading newspapers, and watching TV specials. Help your child write a letter to the editor of the local newspaper about an issue affecting children. For example, suggest that a bike path be built near the school or that a city event be planned for youngsters.
Children are citizens and their ideas are worth hearing.
For example, run or walk briskly for 10 minutes. Walk, when possible, instead of riding, for any distance less than a mile. Have your youngster make a week-long exercise plan. Try to think of a modest reward for sticking to the plan and exercise right along with your child. Think of these as starter activities to get your ideas going.