What Can Kids Sell to Make Money?

Selling products or services is a great way for kids to earn money and learn entrepreneurship. Here are some great ideas by category:

Products Kids Can Sell

• Food & Drink: Lemonade, baked goods, popcorn, or homemade jams.
• Handmade Crafts: Friendship bracelets, keychains, or homemade candles.
• Personalized Items: T-shirts, painted tote bags, or engraved wooden signs.
• Recycled Goods: Upcycled furniture, painted glass jars, or handmade paper.

Services Kids Can Offer

• Seasonal Services: Lawn mowing, snow shoveling, leaf raking.
• Pet Care: Dog walking, pet sitting, or homemade pet treats.
• Tutoring or Homework Help: Helping younger kids with math, reading, or science.
• Event Help: Wrapping gifts during the holidays, assisting at birthday parties.

Encourage kids to think about what they love doing and how they can turn it into a business. Our book Danny and the Snow Shovel teaches kids how to take initiative and earn money through simple jobs!

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