Parent guides
Kids and money, explained for parents
Short, sourced answers to the money questions parents ask most. Every number links to where it came from.
Allowance by Age: How Much to Give, Major US Surveys Compared
How much allowance by age? Compare major recent US surveys and app data, from Greenlight to Wells Fargo, plus a starting-point table for ages 5 to 18.
Holiday and birthday money: what should kids do with it? (2026)
What should kids do with birthday or holiday money? A simple save, spend and give plan by age, parent scripts, gift card rules and grandparent savings basics.
Money Apps for Kids Without a Debit Card (2026)
Compare 8 no-card money apps for kids, checked October 2026: prices, ages and features, plus how to run cash jars, an IOU ledger and savings matching at home.