Here is how it works . . .
I bought Melissa & Dough play money = "Buckaroo Bucks" & "Cowboy Coins"
My Outlaws may purchase a Privilege from this list:
Or an item from a clear plastic bin that is under the General Store wall.
How do they earn money you ask??? Chores & good behavior.
*I will post more on our chores tomorrow.
We also have "Coupons" & "Bonuses."
- Coupons are a discount for good grades & following the rules.
- Bonuses are for good/desired behavior.
Check 'em out:
On the back we write (w/ dry-erase) the discount or reward. We either give them directly to one of the Outlaws when we catch them with praise worthy behavior or we put it in their bin as a surprise.
Each Outlaw has a wallet that they are responsible for keeping their money in & not loosing it - just like real life!
This system has really made praising our kids so much easier. Sometimes we get so caught up in training them that we forget to praise them as well. It is also perfect for teaching life lessons with money. I can not tell you how eager it has made my kids to do their chores & even extra! We are ALL lovin' it!!
