- Loading and unloading the dishwasher – Even if they are small and can only do one plate at a time and have to put it on the counter rather than the cupboard, this helps them to understand that these things don’t happen magically. Someone has to do it. As a precaution, this might be a good time to invest in some “break resistant” dishes.
- Making their bed – It might not be the tidiest job ever, but making their bed is a great habit to get into and their skill will improve over time.
- Taking their dirty laundry to the laundry room – This is helpful in more than one way. It means they are picking up the clothes off their bedroom floor instead of you having to do it. That’s a win-win in my books!
