Yes, this can be given to children but I wouldn't recommend it for children under 2 years old. I'd give it like you would a cough syrup to children over 2 years old by the teaspoon, and a tablespoon to children, say around 5. Children older than 5 could have a weak version of the tonic. It would still have the benefits but you don't want to upset a child's stomach. I'd suggest you mix the tonic for yourself and start them out just giving them a taste of yours to see how their stomach feels. I know there are some adults that can't tolerate the tonic, it upsets their stomach too much.