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chorelist
FOR KIDS BY AGE
ages 2-4
ages 5-6
Pick up toys and books
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Flush the toilet
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Other chores listed plus:
Wash hands
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Organize toys and books
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ages 7-8
Get dressed with li<le assistance
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Carry own items (backpack, toys, etc.)
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Other chores listed plus:
Help care for family pet
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Make up bed
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Put dirty clothes in hamper
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Set and clear the table
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ages 9-10
Help carry light items (groceries, etc.)
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Dust
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Other chores listed plus:
Manage personal hygiene (with supervision)
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Mop floors
Load dishwasher
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Vacuum floors
Write thank you notes
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Sweep floors
Pack own backpack
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Sort laundry
Help prepare meals
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Fold and put away laundry
Clean spills and dirt messes
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Wash and put away dishes
Water plants and flowers
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Pack lunch
Use toaster
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Empty and take out trash
Make bowl of cereal
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Care for family pet
Help pack lunch
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Wake up with alarm
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ages 12+
Keep personal spaces clean
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Complete homework assignments
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Other chores listed plus:
Prepare simple meals using oven
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Deep cleaning (mirrors, windows, mop, dust, etc.)
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Assist with younger siblings
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Clean bathroom
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Keep track and take care of personal
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Manage personal hygiene (unsupervised)
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belongings
Yard work (mow lawn, pull weeds, rake leaves)
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Put away groceries
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Babysit (check your state for age requirements)
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Change bed linens
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Wash and iron clothes
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Clean bathtub and sink
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Prepare family meals
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Wash family car
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Maintain school and acRvity schedule
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Prepare for school without supervision
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