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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Tara King

How to introduce children to chores – 9 ways to inspire little helping hands

Three images of children's bedrooms.

Nagging is one way to get kids helping out at home, but introducing children to the concept of chores so they’re seen in a positive light, rather than a negative, is much more likely to inspire a helpful attitude. Not just now, but into their adult years, too. 

Before you start handing out to-do lists, it’s important you organize your home with kids in mind, so any task is age-appropriate and easy to complete. Remember, the end goal is not the ‘chore’ itself, but to instill a sense of confidence in your kids, as well as clutter-free habits going forwards. 

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