Most homes run smoother and mom is happier if all of the children are helping. This list of children’s chore ideas is broken down by age group and is a sampling of what we have our children do at certain ages. Having the children help with chores around the house lightens mom’s load and makes for a more relaxed atmosphere in the home. The saying that many hands make light work is so true. If you use some of these children’s chore ideas in your home you will find that you have more time for a family outing to the park, or an evening of board games. Everyone will be happier in the end.
Age 1-2
– Put shoes away
– Pick up toys
– Carry forks to the sink from the table
– Throw away napkins, diapers, and even junk mail
Ages 3-4
– Make their bed (use just a sheet and blanket to make it easy and don’t stress perfection. Just show them to spread them up to cover their pillow
– Fold washcloths and small towels
– Put away socks on laundry day
– Carry small dishes/cups from the table after dinner.
– Clean up toys.
– Wipe off bathroom sink.
– Help with simple tasks in the kitchen.
– Set the table for dinner.
Ages 5-7
– Feed the family pet.
– Dust
– Fold socks, washcloths, hand towels, and small pants.
– Unload silverware and plastic dishes out of dishwasher.
– Clear table of leftover food.
– Sweep the floor (this is the beginning of learning this skill. I have found it takes awhile to learn to do this chore well.)
– Wash windows.
Ages 8-10
– Wash baseboards.
– Sweep and mop the floors.
– Vacuum floors.
– Wash dishes
– Load and unload the dishwasher.
– Fold laundry.
– Clear the table after dinner.
– Cook a simple meal with supervision.
– Cut up vegetables, open cans, or stir the pots during dinner preparations.
I am sure that there are plenty of other children’s chore ideas that are age appropriate but these are the ones that we use in our home most often. it is so important for children to learn these skills so that they can function and care for a home one day. I hope that you will find this list helpful. What chores do your children do?
These are some good ideas :-)