Chores are a right of passage for children. It gradually allows them to take on increased responsibilities and learn the value of hard work. I remember my first chore, helping my day with yard work. I love it, and eventually, I started my lawn care service as a teen.
Are you searching for age and developmentally appropriate chores for your children? If so, we have you covered. We have developed a list of developmentally and age-appropriate chores for children at various ages.
Toddler Chores (Ages 2-3)
- Pick Up Toys
- Bring plate and cup to the sink
- Straighten the bed
- Put dirty clothes into the hamper
- Sorting clothes (may need help)
- Transporting clean laundry
- Wipe up spills
- More toddler chore ideas!
Preschooler Chores (Ages 4-5)
- All Toddler jobs
- Make the bed
- Help put clothes in washing machine/dryer
- Help put clothes away
- Take out recycling
- Load dishes into the dishwasher
- Dust
- Feed animals
- Water flowers
Elementary Children Chores (Ages 6-8)
- All Preschool & Toddler Jobs
- Set table
- Wash dishes in the sink
- Put clean clothes away on own
- Collect garbage around the house
- Sweep
- Vacuum
- Get mail
- Rake leaves
- Put away groceries
- Wash car
Older Elementary (Ages 9-11)
- All Toddler, Preschool, & Elementary Jobs
- Help in meal preparation
- Clean toilets
- Clean bathroom sinks, counters, mirrors
- Walk dogs
- Take garbage cans to curb
- Mow lawn
- Clean animal cages
- Shovel snow
- Help make/pack lunch
- Change sheets on the bed
Middle School (Ages 12-14)
- All above chores
- Clean showers/tub
- Wash/Dry clothes
- Mop
- Gardening/Yardwork
- Help supervise younger children
High School Children (Ages 14+)
- All chores for children listed above
- Literally any chore the household might have…these are important life skills!
Literally any yard work chore…these are important life skills!