work kids can do - parent cue · refill the toilet paper work kids can do 2nd ˜ 3rd grade all...

FOR MORE ON WHAT YOUR KIDS NEED IN EACH PHASE, CHECK OUT THE PHASE GUIDES AT THE PARENTCUESTORE.ORG. Work over time

1 - 2 YEARS OLDPick up toys and put awayTake trash to the trash canFollow one-step instructions (like, “Hand it to me.”)Help fill a pet’s food dishClean up spillsPut clothes in washer / dryer

3 - 4 YEARS OLDAll previous tasksHelp carry groceriesCarry dishes to the sinkWater plantsSort toys and put them awaySort laundry (darks / lights)Put dishes in the dishwasherHang up wet towelsHelp set the table

K - 1ST GRADEAll previous tasksLoad and unload laundryLoad and unload dishwasher (bottom rack)Make the bedBrush teethFold and put away towelsPut clothes on hangersTake care of petsBring in the mailRefill the toilet paper

Work Kids Can Do 2ND - 3RD GRADEAll previous tasksGather trash bags from around the houseRake leavesUnpack lunch boxHandwash the dishesBathe and brush teeth independentlyEmpty the dishwasherPut away dishesSort, wash, fold, and put away laundryHelp wash the carPlant and water flowersMake the bedClean room

4TH - 5TH GRADEAll previous tasksPut on deodorantLoad and unload dishwasherClean the bathroomWipe down mirrors and windowsChange bed sheetsPut away groceriesTake out trash / recyclingChange bed sheetsBake and cook simple mealsOrganize and wipe out the fridge

6TH - 8TH GRADEAll previous tasksPut on deodorantPack a lunchVacuum the carPrepare a family mealLearn to iron clothesMake grocery listHelp shop for groceriesSweep and mop floorMow the lawnBabysit

9TH - 12TH GRADEAll previous tasksCar maintenanceDo simple home repairsGet a first jobHelp pay a personal billLearn to jump start a carRun family errandsManage a budgetChange a flat tireManage personal calendarMake appointmentsVolunteer with kids