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The earlier you expect your kids to take an active role  in helping around the house, the easier you’ll find it is to get them to lend a hand. Even kids as young as three-years-old can help out. Though it’s never too late for basic training, it’s sure easier to begin earlier.

CHORES (Children helping out: responsibilities, expectations, and supports)

Some people in our research became highly sensitive to the word chores. So we wanted to clarify our concept. 😃 Chores teach children some of the basic skills for living independently, such as getting dressed, drinking water, cleaning, cooking, or doing laundry. Chores teach children to become competent contributors to the family’s operation and you’re the boss!

Chores help children develop basic work attitudes and habits such as communication, responsibility, accountability, reliability, initiation, and persistence. These skills equate to schoolwork and later to employment, and thus form the building blocks for success as an adult.

Chores done by children give parents the opportunity to take a much-deserved break and express their appreciation for their children’s help in naturally occurring situations. This forms the foundation of self-confidence and also brings the family together in a bond of mutual support and caring. Teamwork makes the dream work!