Top Chores Kids Do

Ever wonder what or even if your child is old enough to help out with the household chores?

Well, wonder no more!  I found this great list via Cozi of the top 5 chores kids can do, by age range, and don’t think I am not enforcing this with my boys!

Age: 4 YEARS OLD AND YOUNGER

• Clear the table (everyone’s dishes)
• Feed the pets
• Set the table
• Water plants
• Dust

Age: 5-7 YEARS OLD

• Clear the table (everyone’s dishes)
• Set the table
• Care for pets
• Help with cooking
• Help with yard work

Age: 8-10 YEARS OLD

• Clear the table (everyone’s dishes)
• Care for pets
• Take out trash/recycling
• Set the table
• Unload the dishwasher

Age: 11-13 YEARS OLD

• Unload the dishwasher
• Take out trash/recycling
• Care for pets
• Clear the table (everyone’s dishes)
• Set the table

Age: 14-17 YEARS OLD

• Unload the dishwasher
• Take out trash/recycling
• Do laundry
• Help with yard work
• Care for pets