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  • pocket money A small amount of money given to kids. Kids might get pocket money each week for chores.
  • responsibility Being in charge of something or someone. Doing chores teaches kids responsibility at home.
  • whānau A family or group of people who care for each other. My whānau helps me learn about money.
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