Moms Talk: At What Age Should Kids Get an Allowance?

Now that kids in the St. Louis area are getting out of school, they're sure to be seeing dollar signs. How else are they going to participate in all of those fun summer activities?

Moms and dads: This one's for you. If you've never given an allowance, perhaps you're considering how you can teach responsibility and hard work while doling out a little cash incentive.

Or perhaps you already give an allowance and have insights to share with parents who are contemplating the practice.

So onto this week's question: At what age should kids get an allowance? And how much money should they get?