Printable Tool: My Monthly Budget

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It is never too early to teach your child about money management. At some point, they may become interested in creating their own budget, whether due to curiosity, a desire to imitate their parents, or a specific financial goal. Knowing how to make and follow a budget is a skill that will serve your child well for the rest of their life! Our monthly budget template is a great place to start.

Resources on Financial Management

We know that talking to your child about money can be tricky. That’s why we have put together a few resources you can use to guide the conversation:

  • In addition to using the template below, read our tips on teaching your child to follow a budget.
  • If your child is interested in budgeting because they want to save up for a specific item, pair this template with our My Savings Goal tool.
  • Regardless of your child’s age, we recommend browsing Alloprof’s Financial Education resources. The sections on budgets and personal savings, for example, are quite thorough.
  • Do you have a young child? Our Allomarket game can be a great way for them to learn about the value of money and the cost of groceries!