Remember this is a Tim Burton creation...so head proportions are always off. I personally like what they did..he's well dressed, mannered, and stays in character.
Having real money in your hand can help you plan your finances better. It is just to easy to go and swipe that card, and not think about the bill you rack up.
I would have to say that I've been pretty lucky with the whole kid thing. The boys would hear me and the wife talk about all the fun we had etc etc etc, and all it did was just whip them up into a frenzy. One of their favorite DVD sets is the Disney Parks documentaries and to hear them talk...