One family may involve the children in planning the yearly vacation. They decide when and where to go and for how long. Then they choose how to get there and how to finance the trip. Each family member must choose how to accomplish his or her assigned goals. For example, someone can do research on attractions to see once they get there and how much it costs to do these things.
Someone can call toll-free phone numbers to ask questions regarding the chosen activities.
Another person may want to look at transportation costs. Together the family can decide the best way to reach their destination. Even the very young child can have a small part in the plan so the end goal is his or her's too. It is a good way to teach by example. Another way to teach children about money goals is to have a cooperative arrangement with them.