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29 Nov, 2023

Involve children in household chores: teach responsibility and independence

Participation in household chores not only makes life easier for parents, but also makes a significant contribution to the child's development. By involving children in simple tasks, we teach them responsibility, independence and organization.

Depending on the age of the child, you can assign different tasks to them. Toddlers can be given the task of putting away toys after playing, while older children can help with cooking or cleaning. The key is to create a positive atmosphere and not turn help into punishment.

To improve motivation, you can introduce a system of rewards for completed tasks - it can be extra time watching cartoons or a small surprise. It is important that the reward is not material, so that children understand the value of helping around the house regardless of external incentives.

It is also useful to discuss with children why it is important to help around the house and how it helps the whole family. When children understand the importance of their contribution, they are more likely to participate in household chores.

Gradually, children learn to take responsibility for certain duties, which will help them become more independent and self-confident in the future.


Author

Anna Sergiyeva

more than 15 years of work in the field of preschool education, author of programs for the development of children's creativity