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How can i make money to help my family out?
Im in 8th grade and my family is struggling i want to be able to help since I am the oldest child.
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Vianne’s Answer
I really admire your decision to help your family. It shows a lot of maturity and care, especially as the oldest sibling. Remember, you don't have to handle everything alone. As an 8th grader, it's best to find small, safe ways to earn money while keeping up with school. You could try babysitting, pet sitting, dog walking, helping neighbors with yard work, or tutoring younger kids. If you have a hobby or skill like art, crafts, or organizing, you could offer small services or sell handmade items with your parent's permission.
It's also wise to talk with your parents or another trusted adult before starting anything. They can help ensure you stay safe and are treated fairly. Helping your family doesn't always have to mean earning money. Taking responsibility at home, helping siblings with homework, or making things easier for your parents can make a big difference.
One last thing: it's wonderful that you want to help, but you're still young and should focus on learning and enjoying this time in your life. Even small efforts count, and just being supportive and responsible already helps your family more than you might know.
It's also wise to talk with your parents or another trusted adult before starting anything. They can help ensure you stay safe and are treated fairly. Helping your family doesn't always have to mean earning money. Taking responsibility at home, helping siblings with homework, or making things easier for your parents can make a big difference.
One last thing: it's wonderful that you want to help, but you're still young and should focus on learning and enjoying this time in your life. Even small efforts count, and just being supportive and responsible already helps your family more than you might know.
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Parag’s Answer
It is incredibly admirable that you want to step up and help your family. Being the oldest sibling often comes with a sense of responsibility, and your desire to contribute shows a lot of maturity. At your age, the most effective and safe ways to help involve assisting with household management, offering neighborhood services like pet sitting or yard work, or looking into formal part-time jobs if you are at least 14 years old. Focusing on these realistic goals allows you to support your loved ones while still prioritizing your education, which is the best way to help them in the long run.