The idea of just spending money can be addictive. People who shop just to shop do
it because they find it exciting. Perhaps this is what your son is going through. He’s
got a little taste of freedom and is just buying stuff to buy it.
Give him a set amount of money each week and that’s it. Explain to him what it’s for
and how long it has to last. When it’s gone, it’s gone. Then he’ll either have to pack a
lunch or stop buying so many pencils.
Either way he’ll learn quickly the value of a dollar. It’s as hard-earned as your
paycheque and once it’s gone, it’s gone !