It’s that time again…..spring cleaning! There are so many age appropriate chores you can give your kids to help out with cleaning. To encourage your kids to clean, you can make it fun or turn it into a game. Here is a list of chores according to your kid’s age group:
Toddler Chores
- Put toys away
- Dust with feather duster or rag
- Pick up dirty clothes and put in hamper
- Make bed (it might not be pretty and that’s okay)
- Help put groceries away
- Match socks (attempt to)
- Help with switching laundry
Preschool Chores
- Unload dishwasher
- Put clothes away in drawers
- Sweep floors
- Clean counters
- Wipe down windows
- Take trash out
- Help with the grocery shopping
While your kids are helping with spring cleaning, explain why you take time to clean and take care of your house. You can talk about why you make grocery lists, why you sweep dirt and crumbs off the floor, why you do laundry, why you have to take the trash out, etc… If your kids understand why they are helping you with cleaning and chores, they will be more eager to help out (hopefully). Happy cleaning!