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How an Earnings Chart Can Help Children With Special Needs

Do any of you use some sort of “earnings chart” for your child on the autism spectrum? Back when our child received DTT services 14 hours a week in our home, his DTT supervisor encouraged us to begin to use a behavioral earnings chart. During this time, our child was having too many tantrums and/or issues with compliance. Often, he would have these problems in relation to not getting a preferred item.

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Teaching Kids About Earning Money: 1 Important Lesson from a Lemonade Stand Adventure

Introducing kids to the concept of earning money is an excellent way to foster a strong work ethic from a young age. Whether it’s through chores, entrepreneurial pursuits, or part-time jobs as they grow older, teaching children the value of hard work can have immense future benefits. And sometimes, even the simplest experiences like setting up a lemonade stand can spark big lessons. Let me share a fun story about how my two little girls, ages 2 and 4, had their first taste of entrepreneurship on a sunny Sunday afternoon.

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Should I Earn a College Degree

So you’re thinking of adding a new or different college degree. Bottom line: Only you can decide. Like it or not, costs will play a big factor in your decision. Ultimately, dreaming and finding happiness are paramount The “intangibles” of advancing educationally are huge. The farther you go, the more prestige and status you enjoy,…

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Learning Exercises for Kids During the Summer

Summertime can be full of trips to the pool, lazy days around the house, time with friends, and still be a great opportunity to help your kids keep learning even without school. Don’t let them turn off their brains. Provide ways to keep them sharp for school time with these great options. And maybe you can avoid hearing that summer whine of “Mooooom, I’m bored.”

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Fun Money & How to Earn It

Isn’t it great to have “fun” money that you don’t feel guilty spending on whatever you want? Often times it comes in the form of a gift card or money you receive for your birthday. It is all yours and you can spend it however you want! What you if you could have some “fun” money more often?