Treat your own money with respect. Children's attitudes about money are based on the things they learn. You can't completely mold your child's perspective, but you can teach your child to respect money and the hard work it represents. Children have watchful eyes. Small changes in your money habits such as bending down to pick up a penny or counting your change instead of stuffing it in your wallet, teach your child that even small amounts are significant.
Games are a great way to spend quality time with a young child.
For example, try playing shopkeeper. Have your child price items with stickers and use play money to buy the items. Give an allowance. As soon as your child is old enough to count coins, it might be time to give him or her a small allowance. It's never too early for your children to start setting goals for what they want.