INSTILL PRIDE IN YOUR KIDS BY GIVING THEM CHORES.

Assigning chores to kids gives them responsibility that builds character, self-esteem and work-ethic. Adding a few jobs to your child’s life is a responsibility for you too. You have to teach them to do these jobs, remind them to do them and check up to make sure that the job is well done. It’s a bit of a pain at first, but in the end you’ll have an army of busy bees who will make your home shine (and give you the help you need).

Chores for Kids

Here are a few chore ideas for each age group. Keep in mind, you know your child’s ability best:

Toddler (Ages 2-3)

Pick Up Toys (show them how)
Bring plate and cup to the sink after a meal
Straighten covers on the bed
Put dirty clothes into the hamper
Wipe up spills

Preschooler (Ages 4-5)

All Toddler jobs
Make the bed
Help put clothes in washing machine/dryer
Help put clothes away
Take out recycling
Dust
Feed animals
Water flowers

Elementary (Ages 6-8)

All Preschool & Toddler Jobs
Set table
Wash dishes in sink
Put clean clothes away on own
Collect garbage around the house
Sweep
Vacuum
Get mail
Put away groceries
Wash car

Older Elementary (Ages 9-11)

All Toddler, Preschool, & Elementary Jobs
Help in meal preparation
Clean bathroom sinks, counters, mirrors
Walk dogs
Take garbage cans to curb
Help make/pack lunch
Change sheets on bed

Middle School (Ages 12-14)

All above chores
Clean showers/tub
Dry clothes
Mop floors
Gardening
Help supervise younger children

Regardless, encouraging your children to help out around the house in these ways make them a valuable, contributing member of the family. Think of the self-worth & pride you are instilling in them.

(Author: REBECCA & ROBYN TIPPINS)