Age-Appropriate Chores for Children
Chores teach responsibility and contribute to family life. Here's what's appropriate at different ages:
Ages 5-6
- Putting toys away
- Making their bed (with help)
- Setting the table
- Feeding pets
- Watering plants
Ages 7-9
- Tidying their bedroom
- Loading the dishwasher
- Folding laundry
- Taking out rubbish
- Sweeping floors
Ages 10-12
- Vacuuming
- Cleaning bathrooms
- Cooking simple meals
- Washing the car
- Mowing the lawn (with supervision)
Ages 13+
- Full laundry process
- Cooking family meals
- Deep cleaning tasks
- Garden maintenance
- Babysitting younger siblings
Remember: the goal isn't perfection, it's building habits and responsibility.