You don't think it can assist them in learning how to apply effort for the rewards they get in a world that seems intent on promoting an expectation ethos? You don't think it can assist kids to begin to understand how money works, how to earn it, save and spend it?

I agree, discipline is important, but discipline also applies to financial matters, in saving for the future, understanding when to spend and when to save, and also with the discipline required to not simply get something on credit just because one wants that thing. I think a child being paid for their effort in certain things around the house is a good thing and one of the most valuable lessons they can learn from a financial perspective at a young age.

But you don't have to agree...that's just my thought on the matter.