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Many kids do
housework, such as doing the dishes, making the bed, and folding the clothes.
They get some money or other computer time by doing so.
Paying kids for
housework is one of the most popular topics, especially at a time when everyone
is more careful about money. Some parents think since adults make money by
doing their jobs, we should pay kids for everyday housework.
But some people don't
think kids should get rewards(报酬)for doing housework. Susie Walton, an expert, believes that by
rewarding kids, parents are sending a message that work isn't worth doing
unless you get something in return. "Running any kind of housework
is a team effort," Walton says, "The home is a living space for
everyone in the family. It's important for kids to see that we all have
responsibilities in the house, and that families decide how their home looks,
and how they are going to keep it looking like what they want."
Other people
believe that getting a reward encourages kids to do housework, and that it also
teaches them real-world lessons about how to getmoney. There are also apps that
give kids points and digital gifts that can be redeemed(兑换)either online or
in the real world. "Our goal is to give kids lawful power so they can get
rewards," says Chris Bergman, "And kids need rewards to encourage
them."