Henry pulled his mother's hand as they walked past the toy store. "Mum, look! The Steel Man Action Set is finally here! Can I buy it with the money I got from Grandma for chores?" he asked excitedly. He imagined playing with the shiny set, pretending to fight monsters.
"Henry, it costs almost all your savings, " Mum replied gently. "And remember last time? Your Spider-Man broke in two days. Let's save for something stronger. "
"But it's my money!" Henry crossed his arms, his voice rising. "You always say no!"
This usually happens between parents and kids in many families. Who should have the last word?
For parents, they want kids to spend money wisely. They don't want kids to waste money on toys that break quickly. This can make kids upset. So parents have to explain patiently to let kids make better choices. They also encourage saving for special things, like a bike or a school trip. They tell kids to think twice before shopping instead of impulse buying.
But kids often have their own thoughts. Money from chores is theirs. They feel proud of it and want to spend it however they like. If they can't, they feel angry or sad.
So, what's the solution? First, parents should explain why saving money is important. Kids should also have a chance to tell their parents why they want something. Second, it's OK for kids to learn from mistakes. If a toy breaks quickly, they' ll think twice next time. Lastly, parents can lead their kids to set goals and save for something bigger or more meaningful.
Henry's mum finally said, "You can buy the Steel Man if you save half your money first. " Henry agreed and worked hard to save for two weeks. He then bought the set. But guess what? Its arm fell off the next day! Henry frowned. "Maybe saving money is smart, " he said to Mum, realizing that waiting for something worth the money was the better choice.
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