Years ago, I received a great list of chore ideas for different aged children, as well as some sidenotes of what to expect from them about chores as various points in their lives.
I thought this would be a fun one to pass along. (There is no source listed on this handout at all, so I don’t know who to credit for it.)
Oh, but before I begin, remember that every child is unique. Some children just may not be at a certain point by a certain age. These are just generalizations.
Ages 2 – 3
Chore Ideas:
*Help make the bed
*Pick up toys and books
*Take laundry to laundry room
*Help feed pets
*Help wipe up messes
*Dust with an old sock on their hands
Notes about this age:
*Excited to help
*Needs complete supervision
*Laying the groundwork
Ages 4 – 5
Chore Ideas:
*Clear and set the table
*Dust
*Help prepare food (example: add ingredients, stir)
*Carry in groceries and put some away
Notes about this age:
*No constant supervision needed
*Feeling independent
Ages 6 – 8
Chore Ideas:
*Be responsible for a pet
*Vacuum and mop
*Take out trash and replace bag
*Fold and put away laundry
Notes about this age:
*Feeling very independent
*Not as excited to help you
Ages 9 – 12
Chore Ideas:
*Help wash the car
*Wash dishes
*Help prepare simple meals
*Clean the bathroom
*Rake leaves and shovel snow
*Operate the washer or dryer
Notes about this age:
*Crave continuity
*Need well defined consequences
*Need to feel they have input
Ages 13 – 17
Chore Ideas:
*Replace light bulbs and vacuum bags
*Laundry
*Wash windows
*Clean out refrigerator and other appliances
*Prepare meals
*Prepare grocery list
*Driving teens can do the grocery shopping
Notes about this age:
*Need consideration for their time
*Manage their expectations
*Appreciate affirmation
*Need to hear they’re capable
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