<p>I think your instinct is right on…our kid has plenty of money to spend with his summer earnings (about the same as yours) and budgets it well because it’s his money. We do slip him some cash now and again, for the airport or when we’re visiting, but it’s a gift, not a given, which makes a difference I think. Once she’s there, too, you may find that she has a favorite coffee shop or something–and a gift card to that spot makes a much appreciated Christmas or birthday gift.</p>
<p>Spending money has been discussed before, but I’ve always gotten the sense that a lot of bs kids don’t work–or don’t work much. You’re now making me curious about whether that assumption is correct or not! At any rate, I’ve never seen your particular question addressed.</p>