Here’s a reminder from reader Amber:
I know this sounds simple but something the kids & I are trying right now is simply- turning off lights! We have been so bad about not turning them off when we leave rooms, etc. The kids have really gotten into remembering- (& even turning them off in the rooms we are in)- so that we can save money. They are excited to hear how much we saved this month when we get the energy bill.
Thanks for the reminder Amber! This is good to remember for everything – the lights, television, radio, computer – if you’re not using it at the moment, turn it off!
I’m always looking for a great tip so be sure to share yours!
Be sure to catch up on all the previous Let’s Save Some Money posts.
My children use to be so bad at leaving the lights on. Until I made a “I got caught leaving my lights on jar” The jar is in the kitchen and each time they get caught they have to put twenty five cents in. We don’t give our children allowance however they can earn money by doing extra work they would not normally do. Since I have made the jar the lights always get turned off. Last month we went to get ice cream with the jar money.
That is a great idea! :)
Great reminder! I’m horrible with the tv…it’s alwasy on when nobody is watching.