What to do when kids keep begging for things? Teach them money sense through fun

Mom’s Editorial Team

Moms must have all experienced this—when kids see something in a convenience store, they want to buy or eat everything, and if you say no, they immediately throw a tantrum.

To avoid this, moms can use kids’ favorite cartoon character “Thomas the Tank Engine” to tell stories and teach lessons, gently guiding children to develop the right money values and proper shopping etiquette. This is likely more effective than scolding or punishing.

In the Thomas the Tank Engine cartoons, the little trains often act on impulse, make mistakes without thinking, but Sir Topham Hatt always gives a “kind” reminder before problems arise. So, before heading to the store, parents can set clear rules with their kids, explain the purpose of the trip and what they plan to buy. During the shopping process, let the kids help pick items or pay, creating a helper role to teach through play.

When kids behave well and keep their promises, give appropriate praise and encouragement—like using a “good kid points” reward system. Once they earn enough points, they can exchange them for desired items, or set a spending limit and let them choose items under that amount. These are ways to teach kids to control desires and manage money.

Thomas the Tank Engine is a British cartoon series about the adventures of anthropomorphic trains and land vehicles on the Island of Sodor. Each character has a distinct personality, just like every child is unique, which is why kids love it so much.

Starting March 15, OK Mart has specially added Thomas the Tank Engine decorations in stores across Taiwan. Now, parents just need to take a photo with any Thomas decoration in-store, upload it to the Mom’s fan page (Mom’s event link: link to be added), and they might get to bring home the super cute Thomas the Tank Engine pillow for their kids. Or, after becoming a member, spend NT$80 and you can immediately add the adorable Thomas pillow to your purchase.

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Don’t forget to take a nice photo with your little one~

Now take a photo at the Mom’s fan group and upload it for a chance to win a Thomas the Tank Engine pillow.
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