If by chance you have children that do not feel like being creative for the day, there are many other things they can do to preoccupy their time. The younger the kids, the more they like to help because they are trying to gain more independence, so start them young! Even if they are older, there are many things your children can help you with...they are part of the family too! Make sure they know that keeping the house clean isn't just moms responsibility, but a family effort.
Here are some ideas for ways the kids can help out!
2-4 Year Olds
Putting away and organizing their toys
Help dust
4-7 Year Olds
Feed pets
Water plants
Dishes
8-10 Years Old
Vacuum
Dinner
Trash
11 Years Old and Up
Mow lawn
Laundry
Car wash
The most important thing is not to call them chores. Who wants to do those?! Make sure you let them know they are helping. This way they can take pride in their home too! These things will last a lifetime and help for the dreaded day the leave you and live on their own.
Ashely, Great post I like how you said to not call the work they are doing chores because I when I was little I did not like to do chores. Just wondering what kind of simple meals could they do at 8-10 years old, so they can start to learn how to cook. Your post help me so when i have kids later in life and it helps me to have an idea how to save time. Cant wait till your next post.
ReplyDeleteI love helping around my house knowing that it's one less thing my mom or dad have to worry about. I agree that it's great to start kids helping out around the house. Especially by letting them know that you are especially grateful for everything they help with, no matter how small it is. What a great way to help boost a child's confidence as well as helping mom around the house!
ReplyDeleteMy boys are in charge of trash. My youngest unloads the silverware and my oldest does the rest of the dishwasher. Adults still wash at our house, but that will change soon.
ReplyDeleteMy son (9) makes a terrific chocolate cake from scratch with very little assistance from me.