Ideas for Businesses for Kids to Start

Business ideas for kids are things kids can do on their own to make money with little or no help from their parents. Helping your kids start up their own business does more than just put money in their pocket; it also helps them learn the value of a dollar. The children learn how much work it takes to earn money for their expensive items, and they may even think twice before handing over their own money to purchase a toy.

  1. Snack Stand

    • Running a snack stand in your front yard is something even younger kids can do. Make the traditional lemonade stand even better by offering single serving snacks and other treats. Help your kids make different items for their stand every day, such as cupcakes or brownies. Look for small sealed bags of chips and pretzels from warehouse clubs. Offer everything for sale at low prices that still help your kids earn a profit. Your kids can even help out at yard sales in the neighborhood, selling snacks to buyers and sellers.

    Party Helper

    • Let your child make money by helping other parents during their children's parties. Parents who are short on time and money may prefer hiring a young neighbor to entertain at their party. Your child may work as a costume character, a magician or a clown, depending on his age and skill level. If she's old enough, your child could handle problems that arise between other children, help serve cake and ice cream, and help set up before the event or clean up later. Your child could offer different prices based on the services offered.

    Take Care of Pets

    • Children can take care of pets in the neighborhood, especially during the day when people aren’t home. Create flyers explaining the different services and the prices offered for each one, including dog walking, pet sitting and even pet washing. Hang the flyers at local stores and in parks where owners bring their dogs, and you can ask about hanging the flyers at local vet offices. Help your kids get their business going by paying for the cleaning supplies. Once they start making money, have your kids pay for all the supplies they need to keep the business operating.

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