21. Selling popcorn
We are continuing our list of best paying summer jobs for 10, 11, and 12 year olds with number 21 – making popcorn will cost you basically nothing, but if you think about the fact that you may sell one bag for $1, you will realize how it can be profitable in the end. Besides, everyone loves popcorn, so no matter whether you sell it in front of your house, or at some specific events, you can be sure you will have lots of customers.