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Motivate. Activate. Celebrate.

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Index: Feature..................................................2 Editorial Calendar...............................3 Fiction...................................................4 Narrative..............................................5 Important People.................................7 Work......................................................8 Life.......................................................10 Book review.......................................11 Poetry..................................................12 Parents corner....................................14 Contest................................................21 Parent’s Corner..................................22 Financial Literacy..............................23

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I Have a Dream Dear Readers,

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old fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a brokenwinged bird that cannot fly.” Langston Hughes. A dream - a vision, a goal, or a desire - is what propels us to work towards success.

Chasing our dreams develops courage to face uncertainty, curbs fear, and fuels action to achieve amazing success in life.

As kids, we love magic and dreams, which often come hand-to-hand.

Our ability to dream is the magic that helps us feel alive and hopeful.

Dreams can take our thoughts away from the traumatic events, allowing us to rise above pain and negativity, and to focus on what makes us whole.

Additionally, real dreamers often believe that they have the capacity to make a difference for themselves and others. They become an inspiration to many people because they have a meaning to live, which is contagious.

If we decide to pursue our dreams, we will give hope to others to do the same, and together, we can change the world for the better.

Arina Bokas

Kids’ Standard Editor & Author of Building Powerful Learning Environments: From Schools to Communities

No doubt, having dreams is important. Out first issue of 2020, I Have a Dream, is all about dreaming!

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Travel through Space

Space can be a wondrous place.

What would life be like if we were able to move between solar systems and galaxies like we currently travel between countries and continents? Would life for children be similar to our today, or would it be drastically different? Offer your perspective on whether there is life out there.

Research the different types of stars to figure out which one might support life.

Research the definition of planets and examine them. Write about astronomers and their inventions. Address current space-related issues and their potential solutions.

March 2020 My America

2019-2020 Editorial Calendar

We all have our own America – places that we love to visit, customs that we like to follow, and beliefs that we share. What is your America? Share what you like about the country and which places are important to you. Write about America’s geography, culture, history, events, and issues. Research and write about important people who had a big impact on this country. Offer your perspective on anything related to our country’s past, present, and future

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Life in Motion

Any regular physical activity can relieve stress, anxiety, depression, and anger. What are other benefits of being active? What gets you up and moving?

Write about your favorite physical activity, sport, dance, or fitness routine.

Why is it important to you? How does it make you feel? Share stories of athletes, dancers, and other people whose lives revolve around motion.

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Creators and Makers What is creativity? How can a creative mindset be developed? Do you consider yourself a creative person? Write about

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various activities that help you be creative. Why do you enjoy them? What do you learn through them? Research various inventors and creators in any industry and offer your perspective on what helped them succeed in creating something important.

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FICTION

Talent By: Annabelle Yeloushan, 10th grade, Clarkston High School

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inging is a talent that everybody wants, most people think they have, and some really do. Daniel is a 10 year-old boy who does have this talent. However, Daniel is the only one who knows this fact. His mom doesn’t know, his dad doesn’t know, his dog doesn’t know, his teacher doesn’t know, his best friend doesn’t know, and even his principal doesn’t know! Only Daniel knows.

“I want to be famous! I want to sing for everybody!” is what Daniel would say. But every time Daniel would try and sing for an audience of stuffed animals, his hands got sweaty, he started breathing hard, and he couldn’t remember the words.

So Daniel decided to keep his talent to himself.

He would wake up and not sing.

He would go to school and not sing.

He would ride his bike and not sing.

Daniel would not sing, though his heart ached because of this. Days, weeks, and months flew by. And not a musical note escaped from Daniel’s mouth. Only words, and sentences, and questions, and stories. But no music.

After all this time of no singing, Daniel craved nothing more but to express a crescendo tone from his larynx. So he went under his bed to find his three most attentive stuffed animals. He set them up on chairs in front of the stage, on which Daniel would sing to them.

Daniel opened his mouth, his hands got sweaty, he started breathing hard, and he couldn’t remember the words.

“Not again.” Daniel muttered.

So once more he attempted to carry his inner heart through his mouth.

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And out came the most beautiful sound one had ever heard! The notes went up and down, and his voice got louder and quieter. He finished his song and turned around to see his parents in the doorway. His mother and father had tears in their eyes.

They were absolutely struck with emotion to see their son sing so well; to see their son carry a tune with a professional tone.

Daniel was proud of himself. He had overcome the nervousness of performing, and he had moved one step closer to reaching his dream of singing for the world.

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THE PLACE OF INCENSE By: Alex Simon, 6th grade, Avondale Middle School, Auburn Hills

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t was quiet that night; all you could hear was the wind and the engine while we were driving down the road.

“Yes, honey, I am getting my results today,” my mother said nervously. “They will be emailing me any minute now.”

“That’s incredible. I hope everything goes well.”

My parents where talking on the phone; suddenly, I could hear someone whimpering . My father looked worried, then asked into the phone, “Are you ok?”

I could tell that he had gotten bad news.

“I just got the email I need to get surgery,” my mom announced. I could feel a brief shiver go through my body when I heard the news. My eyes were tearing up and my vision got blurry; a tear rolled down my cheek when I heard the news that my mother needed surgery for her knee. It was too sudden, too many things were happening.

I had just broken my hair fracture and sprained both of my ankles. Finally, after some time, I started to calm down.

Should I be happy that they had found the problem or sad that she was getting surgery?

I just peeked out the window to see the marvelous nature that could calm my fears. I had always been fond of just watching my surroundings, which gave me the calming effect of safety. As we pulled up in the driveway and my dad opened the garage, something felt different. Smoke started rushing out of the garage. I didn’t know what to do; I was just standing there while my dad was panicking, and I could feel the heat right to my face as if I was sitting next to a fireplace. The warmth brought me to a place where I couldn’t think all; I felt I was a sinking in my stomach and my throat was closing.

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was most uncomforting to sleep in a firmly. He told me to call 911. I was white polo and mini shirt that I had been sitting with a blanket in the back of wearing all day. That night was cold and the car brokenhearted. My room was dark, the world was quiet with a poor probably destroyed. Everything I had old house that friends and family used to was gone within a flash. I could only call home burnt, and it was as if nothing see lights, firefighters, policemen, and had happened. the ambulance. They were asking me In the end, this tragic event has had a many questions, but I couldn’t think; huge impact on my life and has changed then my dad stopped and answered my perspective on what dreams really them for me. matter. We should appreciate the things It had turned out that the fire was we have and not the things we don’t. caused by my mom forgetting to turn off Cherish the things you have been given, the stove before we left for the restauyou shouldn’t be jealous of what other rant. I saw the burning flames of my life people have. You should be thankful going to ashes of what I called home. I that you have a place to sleep and people try to think positive thoughts, but it was who love you. All you need is family, hard; my mind kept going on of what because where family is, that’s where if we here still in the house. Finally my home is. That’s all you need to be happy. mom came home. We couldn’t go inside, I was just glad that this tragic event had of course, so we sat in the back of their passed and I was safe and sound with car talking about what we were going the people I care about the most. to do about our living arrangements.

I felt empty, as if all my dreams came to an end.

I could hear the water splashing the house.

Everything was a blur. My parBUILDING A COMMUNITY FOR ents came back MOMS IN + AROUND MID-MICHIGAN and they agreed that we would be staying at our neighbours’ house. We didn’t have any clothes to change, so it

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Sniper By: Kaitlyn Fisher, 10th grade, Clarkston High School

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t’s the new season, a fresh start, a new beginning: Season 2019-2020.

In All-Star Cheer, I must try out every year, even if I’m a returner. I went through my two-week tryout process with my only goal, my dream: since before I could remember, it had been a dream of mine to be on a Worlds Team.

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I was on this team, called Sniper at my gym.

I knew that my chances were very slim because there was only one spot open for over 20 people trying out for it. I was sure, though, that out of everyone there, I wanted that spot the most. I thought to myself that I was going to do anything and everything for a chance of being on Sniper. Throughout all of the tryouts, I gave 100% on everything I did. My motions were tight, I stuck my tumbling, and I stayed strong under the stunts.

Now it was over.

I was sitting at my kitchen table, waiting for the team placements email to arrive. I hoped that what I did at tryouts was enough. There was only one thing left I could do - pray. I prayed my heart

out and hoped that out of all this would come Sniper. Suddenly, I heard the ding of a new email. The heading read “Team Placements.” My heart could have run a mile. I clicked on the email and closed my eyes.

I took a deep breath, looking for courage to face the news. Slowly, I looked at the first line; then I looked at it again. It read, “Congratulations and Welcome to Senior Large All Girl Sniper Rays!” I fell silent, letting it float through my entire being.

“Mom!” I screamed as loud as a wolf howls. “I made Sniper!”

Jolted with surprise, I knew that I had earned this spot. Every effort and sacrifice was worth it. It was a dream come true.

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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR By: Vance Marshall, 5th grade, Pine Knob Elementary.

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artin Luther King, Jr was a baptist minister and a social rights activist in the U.S. in the 1960s. He also had a great deal of influence on American society. Martin Luther King, Jr gave powerful speeches that changed the entire United States of America. Some of his most memorable words were “I have a dream.”

Martin Luther King, Jr was getting on

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stage for a speech that now has historic significance. He was on the stage with thousands and thousands of different people of all races listening to him. His speech was about ending slavery and about how all people should be equal.

His speech made thousands of people around the United States of America extremely emotional.

As Martin Luther King, Jr was getting to the end of one of his speeches, a huge “BANG!” erupted in the crowd.

People were arguing and fighting, trying to catch a person who fired a gun

at Martin Luther King, Jr. The actual killer wasn’t caught until around one year later. In the end, slavery was baned and a lot of different things were very different than they were before Martin Luther King, Jr. Martin Luther King, Jr brought awareness to Americans about having the freedom of speech and about ending slavery.

Even though Martin Luther King, Jr died in 1968, people still talk about him to this very day. His dream became a dream of many, and together they changed the world.

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WORK

Starting a Business By: Miranda Morris, 4th grade, Sheiko Elementary School

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y family always say, “People will pay you for what you put in your head or can do with your hands.” I have never given it much thought until recently. I was trying to figure out how a little kid like me could start a business and earn money. I am still trying to learn so much; what dream is in my head that people will pay for?

Education is very important in my family. My mom and dad, aunts, uncles, and cousins have learned or are learning things that are useful - things that people will pay them money for. Dad is a police officer that helps protect people.

Mom helps people with their finances.

Two of my uncles learned how to heal people and how to advise people about the hurricanes and weather. Another uncle helps train people to be fit. One of my aunts can program computers and works with girls on making their lives better. My other aunt learned how to help high school kids with their problems and get into college. They all went to school for a really long time, and I’m just in the 4th grade, but I have a dream.

I started to think of things that I like doing. I know a girl that likes to play piano. She is only 16, and she earns money teaching little kids. Last Fall my brother cleaned our neighbors’ yard. He didn’t like it very much, but he does like being outside. He was 14. I helped, and he gave

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me some of the money, too. My brother and I both like to swim. Soon he will learn to be a lifeguard. One day, I can, too. But what business can I start now? I like to make slime. May be people would like to buy some if I make it really well?

I spend a lot of time making slime. I make all different types of colors, with glitter and other interesting things inside of it. If I could figure out which kind to make, how much to sell it for, and how to let people I’m selling it, this may be a good idea. I could learn more about how to make slime prettier. Maybe find some pretty containers to put it in. I might need to learn how to make my slime faster than I do now, because it takes a lot of time. These are all good questions to research as a start for a business plan.

I bet there are a lot of kids that know how to do things that would help them earn money in a business. Kids can babysit, walk dogs for your neighbors, and shovel walkways. They can do things that they are talented at doing, like drawing signs for church bake sale, helping someone take out their garbage, or tutoring someone in a subject they are good at. Wow, I guess people will pay you for what you put in your head or can do with your hands!

'Education is very important in my family. My mom and dad, aunts, uncles, and cousins have learned or are learning things that are useful things that people will pay them money for.'

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WORK

My Dream By: Langston El-Spearman, 4th grade, Sheiko Elementary, West Bloomfield

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have a dream to be an astronaut teacher.

I know I have to be good at math and science, so I can teach students and one day take them to space.

One thing I understand is that it will take a lot of courage to do that. I have

wanted to be an astronaut since I was a little kid. I know it can be a scary thought, but I think of Martin Luther King, Jr., who stood up and had the courage to do that.

I work on my science and math; I have to work hard to reach my dream!

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LIFE

Realization of My Dream

By: Shalom Byrd, 12th grade, International Technology Academy, Pontiac

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hen I was in third grade, I realized I should start taking my school studies seriously. I worked hard every day, and I accepted nothing less than an A-. One day my mom said to me, “Don’t worry about what other people say. You're going to make it big one day. I'm going to see your name in neon lights.”

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Now here I am, seventeen years old, months away from graduating high school and starting my adult life. No one likes to talk about the uncertainty- the part where you realize that you really are about to graduate and things are about to change forever. I think that being afraid is a good thing. If we never experienced fear, we would never be able to step out of our comfort zones and become better individuals than we are today.

My dream is to graduate high school, study Criminology, fall in love, and continue to make this world a better place. I want to live a simple life. I want to live in a world, where people of all religions, races, and sexual orientations are welcomed. I want to live in a world where we welcome and love one another. I thank God for people, like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., that helped make this world a better place.

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Mr. Lemoncello has the idea of bringing kids from around the U.S for Library Olympics and to beat the Hometown Heroes team. The Hometown Heroes are trying hard to defend their title, but when things take a turn, will they put holding their title behind them to help save something they love or will they just be focused on winning? This much depends on what their true dreams are.

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POETRY

SOMETIMES I WISH

my family. Sometimes I wish that I went to a different school, but then again I wouldn’t know the people I do.

By: Kyle Cruz,

I wish I looked differently, but then again I probably wouldn’t have the same style.

you, but then again you taught me so

Sometimes I wish I had a different name, but then again that’s who I am.

then again I love the beauty in fall.

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I wish that I was taller, but then again I wouldn’t look like the rest of my family.

Sometimes I wish that I was normal, but then again my life wouldn’t be the same.

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I wish that parents never split up, but then again I wouldn’t have a big family.

Sometimes I wish I had never met

I wish that I worked somewhere else, but then again I wouldn’t have a close bond with co-workers.

Sometimes I wish they never found out, but then again I never would’ve got helped.

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I wish summer never stopped, but Sometimes I wish that I still talked to old friends, but then again I wouldn't have met the friends I have now.

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our vision is your most important dream or mental picture. It can also be a set of dreams. A vision defines the optimal desired of the future. It tells of what you would like to achieve over a longer time. Vision can be your personal “why” or your organization’s purpose.

You might often see vision and mission portrayed together. These are not the same, although we can sometimes confuse the two. However, there’s a crucial difference: contrary to vision, your mission describes the current situation, what you are doing right now. It is in line with your current capabilities. Your mission defines the present state and job of your organization.

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• First, a vision inspires you and gives you energy. It guides and eventually gives all of your efforts a purpose.

Coming to terms with your “why” connects you with your core values and roots you. Your vision unlocks your deepest motivations. Making the connection between your deepest heartfelt values and your everyday work will make you unstoppable.

• Second, it provides guidance in a world of choices. It enables you to focus on what to do and not do for those achievements five, ten years or further in the future. When you are clear about your vision and goals, it is easier to say yes wholeheartedly or say no with an acceptable reason and no fear of rejection.

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When searching for your vision, it is best to do so offsite somewhere you are inspired and not distracted. Rather than your office, think of someplace more

inspiring like a small area by the nature.

The first question you may ask your self is what are my values? What do I stand for? Many people don’t have their values in place, that’s why making decision is hard for them, when you know your values, it will always be easy to make a decision. You can find your values more through People who you admire.

A central question when building your vision will be, “What is my Why?” When you are thinking of this, what are dreams you have? If you know the Why, you will easily figure out the What and the How later. Zoom out and concentrate on the biggest, long-term version of your picture.

When formulating your vision, respect the following criteria: • Unique: Make sure it is unique to you and fits your passion and values. That also involves imagining yourself in the role. Three years from now, what do you look like in that role? How do you see yourself?

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• Focused: Narrow in so it is not too broad.

• Bold: Is it brave and big enough?

Stretch yourself rather than staying inside the current situation.

• Beneficial: A good vision has a reason and strives to benefit not only you but also others at the same time. For example, an organization should first serve its customers, but also benefit you or your association at the same time. Money is a result of excellent service, not a goal in itself.

• Aligned: Your vision and way towards it should be aligned, but most importantly should not contradict each other, for authenticity reasons. For instance, a company that tries to change the world positively also needs to have processes and rules that are positive on the inside.

• Inspiring: Write your vision in an inspirational manner. Think of a sci-fi movie trailer that pulls millions into

“Many want to make the world a better place, or have some kind of impact in their community or society. The big challenge they find they don’t know how to start and what to impact. I am sharing with you some of the steps that will help you to realize your dream.”

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the cinema; your vision should have a similar magnetic pull to it.

• Engaging: Creating your vision is like building a house: you might not know how to build the house yourself, but you have ideas and images in your mind that you pass onto an architect who helps you create sketches and plans from which to construct and achieve the final product, together.

Applying Your Vision in Practice

Having a visual reminder of your vision is important which is why vibrancy is key. It is best to have that visualization somewhere near, like your personal vision could be kept close to your bed and your professional vision somewhere at the entrance of your office, or high above your desk. This way you can regularly look up and refer to it.

Keeping it visible can help you stay on track by providing guidance when

opportunities or distractions present themselves. Moreover, when you can consistently see your vision, you can always question if your current actions are contributing to that ultimate goal.

With each new day, ask yourself: if this were my last day to work on my ultimate goal, my vision, would I spend it this way?

Personal Vision

Your personal vision guides you in your life when you set goals and need to make decisions every day. When creating your personal vision, reflect from different perspectives and think of what you desire to have, be, give and do.

How could you contribute to this world, impact and help your inner circle, your community or even people on this planet? Thinking of this often reveals your real purpose in life.

Then go on a create the life or the world of what you dream of!

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eople who make the most significant contributions in this world aren’t necessarily the smartest.

They’re not even the wealthiest. They are the ones who are sensitive toward issues they find valuable, and then they start doing something about these issues to make a change.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was one of these people. He gave his “I Have a Dream” speech nearly 60 years ago, in 1963. As a civil rights activist, he made this speech for everyone. It wasn’t only for African Americans. Dr. King made his plea to all Americans so that he could promote the idea of equality.

He wanted Americans to understand his position and agree with him. By using emotion and logic, Dr. King brought up societal issues in a way that affected everyone in the audience. This speech still has the same effect on listeners today because of the many rhetorical strategies he delivered to his racially mixed audience, whom he viewed as equal, not different.

Martin Luther King, Jr., said, “I have a dream that my four little children will

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We can learn a lot from Martin Luther King, Jr.. He saw the hurt in his fellow Americans and wanted to change this.

He cared about people, and he sought inclusion. He disliked judgments based on skin color. His vision for his children and ours was that, together, we could transcend hatred.

For you, it may be a different challenge that hurts you, and you want to bring awareness to it. If today’s world worries you, you’re not alone. Some children worry about gun laws or environmental challenges. Others worry about getting bullied, not having enough food, or living in unsafe neighborhoods.

I, too, have many dreams. Some of my top priorities are mental illness, poverty, and education. In identifying these dreams, I’ve learned to stand up for myself and give voice to those who have not been heard.

You can dream, too. If you see something that negatively impacts your family or community, it’s time to stand up and do something. I know many kids, just like you, who are doing something about recycling, facing environmental control issues, and even designing solutions to end poverty!

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Making Money

Author: Catherine Hurth Author’s Title: Financial Educator

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ow do people make money?

This is a big question that will become more and more important as you get older. Typically, people earn money by providing goods and services to other people that are willing to pay for those goods and services. Let’s break those terms down a little further.

Good: A good is a physical object that a person can sell to someone in exchange for money. Examples of goods are things like lemonade, bracelets, and clothes.

One way to tell if something is a good is if you can physically touch it.

Service: A service is something that one person does for another person in exchange for money. Examples of services are things like haircuts, mowing lawns, and babysitting. Typically, you are not able to physically touch a service.

It’s important to keep in mind that you may need to have special skills or access to different resources in order to sell goods or services.

So how can you start to make money as a kid? We’ve compiled a list of things that you could do for family members, friends, or neighbors to start earning money. Some of our suggestions involve goods and some are services, but all of them require someone willing to pay you for the good or service.

1. Lemonade stand: Is there anything more refreshing on a warm summer day than an ice cold glass of lemonade? A lemonade stand is a great way to make money in the summer. But keep in mind, you’ll have to buy lemons or lemonade mix and cups in order to provide this GOOD. 2. Tutor: Do you really enjoy a

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subject in school? Maybe you really excel in math or science. Have you thought about using those skills to make some extra money?

Consider tutoring younger kids or students in your class that might be struggling. Keep in mind that you need to have a thorough understanding of the subject that you are tutoring in order to provide this SERVICE. Make greeting cards: Are you creative and artsy? Do you enjoy drawing and coloring? If so, consider making greeting cards to sell to people. You could make cards that say, “Happy Birthday!”, “Get Well Soon!”, or “Thank You!” Whatever the occasion, this could be a fun way to make a little extra money. Remember that you’ll need art supplies such as paper, crayons, or possibly scissors at your disposal in order to provide this GOOD.

Additional ideas include: walking dogs, babysitting, mowing lawns, washing cars, and shoveling driveways.