How can I earn extra money?

Many parents give extra pocket money for doing jobs around the house. Don't expect to get money for everything! As you get older Mum and dad will ask you to do some of these jobs for free.

You could:

• Help with washing the car
• Keep your room tidy
• Wash up after a meal
• Work hard at school and get top marks in tests
• Make your own bed

At birthdays and Christmas you may get extra money instead of a present. Think carefully about what you want to buy. It may be better to save some of the money or put it in a savings account where you will earn interest. Interest is extra money the bank or building society pay you so that they can use the money you have saved.

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