How to use it
Pick a starting point and change the columns to fit how your family handles money.
Write the savings goal at the bottom, so your child can see what it’s for.
Each time money comes in or goes out, fill in a row together.
Add up the saved column now and then, and celebrate when the goal gets close.
Make it last: print on cardstock, laminate it or slip it into a sheet protector, and use a dry-erase marker or Velcro dots so you can use it again.
Questions parents ask
What does save, spend, share mean?
It’s a simple way to split money: some to save for later, some to spend now, and some to share, like a gift or a donation your child chooses. Each one gets its own column.
How much allowance should a child get?
There’s no right amount. What helps most is that it’s regular and the rules are clear, so your child can plan and see their savings grow.
Should allowance be tied to chores?
Families do it both ways. Some pay for extra jobs and expect everyday chores for free. The Paid jobs starting point is there if you pay by the job.
Is my child’s name saved anywhere?
No. A name you type stays in your browser so it can print on the sheet. It is never sent to us.
Is it really free?
Yes. One email unlocks this and every other tool in the library, and you can print as many as you like. Your email also brings one short story each Tuesday, and you can leave anytime.
This is a simple visual support for everyday routines, not a therapy or a treatment. If your child works with a teacher or therapist, they can tell you how it fits with what they already do. Picture symbols: Mulberry Symbols, CC BY-SA 4.0.
