The Roommates
More often than not, I refer to my children as roommates. This cynical reference to my kiddos can really strike a cord of annoyance, especially with my mother, which I find hilarious. But, really children have got to be the most disgusting people I have ever lived with and they do not give a poop about contributing to our household.
Right now you're thinking, "damn, Lindsey. They are only 2.5 and 5 years old. Give them a break." But let me be real, they need to step-up and contribute before I become a slave to their groove. So, how does one go about getting a preschooler and elementry student to help out in the home with chores like picking up their room, cleaning a bathroom sink, washing the windows, dusting the furniture, or even dare I say getting dinner ready and on the table?
It started out simple. We began with asking them to take their plates and cups to the sink after each meal. That was easy enough. Then it was let's clean-up your room before bedtime. Some more chores began to fill into the day like a routine.
Here's a view of their chore chart I found in the dollar section at Target. ((They cost me $3 each)) If you can't find one, here are some links to replications on Pinterest.
https://www.pinterest.com/brandipalmer/chore-chart-ideas/?lp=true
Right now you're thinking, "damn, Lindsey. They are only 2.5 and 5 years old. Give them a break." But let me be real, they need to step-up and contribute before I become a slave to their groove. So, how does one go about getting a preschooler and elementry student to help out in the home with chores like picking up their room, cleaning a bathroom sink, washing the windows, dusting the furniture, or even dare I say getting dinner ready and on the table?
It started out simple. We began with asking them to take their plates and cups to the sink after each meal. That was easy enough. Then it was let's clean-up your room before bedtime. Some more chores began to fill into the day like a routine.
Here's a view of their chore chart I found in the dollar section at Target. ((They cost me $3 each)) If you can't find one, here are some links to replications on Pinterest.
https://www.pinterest.com/brandipalmer/chore-chart-ideas/?lp=true
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