Just for Kids

2 to 3 years

• help set and clear the table
• carry in mail
• wipe tables
• helping with meal preparation (tearing lettuce, washing vegetables, etc.)
• put clothes in hamper

4 to 6 years

• water plants
• help fold towels
• measure ingredients
• dust
• feed pets
• rake leaves
• empty wastebaskets
• unload dishwasher (stacking dishes on counter)

7 to 9 years

• vacuum, sweep, mop
• load the dishwasher
• put away groceries
• cook simple food
• peel vegetables

Ages 10 and up

• unload dishwasher
• wash car
• do laundry
• cook simple meal with supervision
• fold laundry
• mow lawn
• clean bathroom, kitchen
• wash windows

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