What does he do to earn the allowance? I was never given an allowance but I was paid when I worked for it. Cleaning the house $5, mowing the yard 0$ (Responsibility to do my part), etc. etc. I think punishments should be strict as can be up front as they set the tone for life and how people react. 2 weeks really isnt anything especially considering he is in school for 10/14 days and should be doing homework at night or studying. Granted I dont know his age but maybe make him read a book for 1hr a night for the next 3 weeks (something educational maybe or anything that would help him learn) just my .02 Oh, and very well done on the letter and apology and making him return the arrowheads.