Teach them to fish
Mar 15, 2019
Often moms run around feeling like the weight of the world is on their shoulders.
It doesn't have to be this way...
Did you know there are age appropriate chores for our little ones that cannot only help take some of the responsibility off your shoulders, but will also teach your child good habits for when they become adults.
Teaching your children about chores and healthy habits will make adult living for them easier as these habits will become second nature.
Although chores can be mundane for most of us, we can change this perspective for our children and show them that it can be fun. Try putting on some music and see how much you can get done in 15 minutes. Make this a weekly habit, and soon enough, you might find YOURSELF dancing around the living room.
Here are some age appropriate chores for each grade levelAny chore your child can do as a toddler, can be done throughout each grade level. As they get older, their habits will strengthen, and they will be self-sufficient.TODDLER
- put away toys
- put clothes in hamper
- put clothes away
- wipe down baseboards
PRESCHOOL
- load dishwasher
- set/clear table
- water indoor plants
- feed pets
EARLY ELEMENTARY (6-8)
- clean windows
- sweep & vacuum
- help with meal prep
- rake leaves
ELEMENTARY EDUCATION (9-11)
- make simple meals
- wash & dry laundry
- mop floors
- clean toilets
MIDDLE SCHOOL
- clean tub/shower
- clean out fridge/freezer
- mow yard
- meal planning & cooking
