Most children are capable and happy to help out if they know they are appreciated for doing it. Find something age-appropriate that they can help out with on a daily or weekly basis, and, if you need to, reward them with a weekly allowance for helping to take care of the house.
Chore examples are: filling the dishwasher, setting and clearing the table before and after meals, dusting, taking care of pets, collecting and taking out garbage and recycling, collecting laundry and sorting it, washing dishes, cooking simple meals, or helping in meal preparation.
By letting your children know that what they are doing is a big help, and compensating them with praise or a reward shows them that their contribution to the family home is truly appreciated. Hopefully though your children have already realized this!😆
If you take the time to teach your children these important life skills, you are helping them toward an independent future. Isn’t that what all parents want for their kids.!?!
Your Simply Susan tip of the day! 😆