When it comes to cleaning, it’s never too late (or too early) to get the little ones to help out! We know living with kids has its highs and lows. They definitely keep you on your toes and trying to clean up with them can be an overwhelming experience.

Kid-Friendly Chores

Giving your child responsibility in the form of kid-friendly tasks can empower them and enforce good habits for the future. To get your child to help out at home, here are some age-appropriate chores.

Preschool

Most children this age are mess prone and curious. However, your little bub is also imitating everything you do. If you see them showing an interest in you cleaning your teeth, for example, teach them. Think of them as your little cleaning assistant while you do daily chores. While you shouldn’t expect too much from them, the fact that they’ve returned their toys or helped you unpack the groceries should be rewarded with praise. The secret to ensuring your child sticks to doing household chores is consistency. When you introduce a cleaning task to them, try to continuously repeat it until they’ve got it down pat. Some simple cleaning tasks they can do are: -Throwing away rubbish properly - Putting used dishes in the sink - Putting dirty clothes in the laundry hamper - Keeping their toys tidy or in one area Completing these simple tasks not only helps create a foundation for your child, but also helps develop their hand-eye coordination, muscle growth, and improves their balance.

Young Children

Teens