Doing chores is great way for children to contribute to the family and have a contributing role in the family. While involving children in chores might seem challenging at times, you might be pleasantly surprised by your children capabilities to step up and help with families chores.
Assigning chores and household responsibilities will help children to become capable and responsible adults. It also teaches children the importance of cooperation, commitment, and giving back. Learning to do these chores early on in life will help ensure children’s future success as a well-rounded adult in the society.
What fun way to involve children by starting a new family tradition of learning and doing different chores.
- Together as a family, decide what the chores are, and assign appropriate chores to every family member. Set chores responsibilities chart and rules to ensure chores are done.
- Start by introducing simple tasks and teach one new chore at a time. Give clear instructions, and break down the tasks, if necessary.
- Taking into consideration the age and ability of children, designate suitable chores for them. Start early, and as children grow, assign more complex chores for the children.
- Allow children to learn at their own speed and to learn from their mistakes. Keep in mind that learning experience that is more important than having chores done exactly to your standard.
- Make sure to take into consideration safety issues, and to teach children about the safety tips prior to starting the chores.
