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Today's kids have a TON of things to fit into their busy schedules--school, homework, sports, music, and other hobbies. But many children are missing a key part of childhood: chores. Chores are proven to help children build skills that are valuable in school AND life. Here are key benefits to having your child do chores:
Foster a strong work ethic
Promote positive behavior through routines
Develop independence and life skills
Examples of age appropriate (Kinder to Grade 2) chores:
Setting the table / Clearing the table (before and after meals)
Dusting/wiping down tables, chairs, ledges
Opening and sorting mail
Weeding in the garden
Folding their own clothes
In the beginning, the reality is that chores often equate to more work for parents (identifying the right ones, teaching your child, reminding them, etc.), but this is also a critical part of parenting! Starting your child early with chores will make it easier for them to learn responsibility and independence as they get older.
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