Small Business Ideas for Kids

 

Lemonade Seller

Lemonade stands are certainly popular businesses for kids. So you can start your own stand with the right permits and help from an adult. Or you could even create a new lemonade product and get it into stores.

 

Inventor

Kids can also use creativity to come up with ideas for whole new products and then create those products or even sell the ideas.

Chores Service Operator

Chores like laundry and even yard cleanup can also provide business opportunities for kids, who can offer to take care of those items for a set fee.

 

Kids’ Book Author

Or you could write and put together your own kids’ book and then find a publisher or even self-publish the book online.

 

Illustrator

There’s also the opportunity for kids to offer illustration services to kids’ book authors or even individual customers.

 

Tutoring Service Provider

Kids can also offer tutoring services to younger kids who need help with particular subjects in school.

 

Candy Maker

With the help of an adult and the proper permits, kids can even start food-based businesses, like creating a new type of candy to sell.

 

Baker

Or you could focus on other types of baked goods to sell online or in local stores with the help of a parent.

 

Cake Decorator

Kids could also offer cake decorating services to bakers or friends and family members who are hosting special events.

 

Jewelry Designer

Crafty businesses can be perfect for kids just getting into business ownership. So you can purchase some supplies and make jewelry to sell online or at craft fairs.

 

Clothing Designer

Likewise, if you’re a kid with an eye for fashion, you can make your own clothing items to sell to customers in stores or online.

 

T-Shirt Designer

Or you could even design your own t-shirts and get them printed to sell online with different designs.

 

Artist

Artistic kids could even start their own art businesses by painting or drawing their own artwork and then selling it directly to customers.

 

Dog Walker

For those kids who love spending time with animals, a dog walking business could be the perfect opportunity to get started with business ownership.

 

Pet Groomer

Or you could even offer to wash and groom pets for customers by starting your own pet grooming business.

 

Pet Sitter

Pet sitting is also a viable business opportunity for kids who love spending time with animals.

 

Babysitter

Older kids can also offer babysitting services to parents who need someone to look after their younger kids while they’re away.

 

Blogger

Blogging can be a viable business opportunity for people of any age. Kids can have an adult help them set up their site and then they can create and share their own content.

 

YouTube Personality

Or you could set up a YouTube channel and share different kid-friendly videos and earn a share of advertising revenue from the site.

 

Podcaster

Podcasting can be another viable business opportunity for kids. You just likely need an adult to help with some of the technical aspects.

 

Car Wash Service Operator

Kids can also offer car washing service to people in the community by setting up shop in a lot or outdoor space and charging for a full cleaning or even some detailing services.

 

Face Painter

For kids who want to work at parties or special events, you can offer face painting services at festivals or similar places.

 

Balloon Artist

Balloon artists also often work at festivals and similar events. So if you know how to create different items out of balloons, you can charge customers or even event organizers for your services.

 

Juggler

Or if you have the ability to juggle or share other unique talents, you can set up shop at events and collect tips or even charge events a fee for your appearance.

 

Musician

For those who are musically inclined, you can also start a business by playing music at events.

 

Magician

You could share your magical skills at parties or events by starting a business as a magician.