Most major brokers offer $0 commissions and "fractional shares," which allow you to buy $5 worth of an expensive stock like Amazon.

Let them see the "Buy" button being clicked.

The child must have earned income (like a summer job or paper route).

Disney (DIS), Apple (AAPL), or Roblox (RBLX) help kids understand that they "own" part of the things they use.

Buying an S&P 500 fund (like VOO or SPY) is safer and provides instant diversification across 500 companies. 💡 4. Make it a Teaching Moment Don't just buy the stock and forget it.

To buy stock for a minor, you generally cannot open a standard brokerage account in their name. Instead, you must open a .

Contributions grow tax-free, and the principal can often be withdrawn for a first-time home purchase later in life. 🛠️ 2. Select a Brokerage