'I’m a cleaning pro - kids chores for every age and you won't need to go over them'
Some things they could help with include:Putting toys, books and games away where they belongFor the ages four and five, however, chores could help kids develop mentally too.Sorting the recycling into different types of material Small tasks make kids feel good about themselves and help them develop a little confidence.
"Children have a lot more skills and determination than we think," Lynsey said, so we should allow them to do more.This could mean helping in the kitchen or simply setting the table before the family sits down to eat.
Determining what's light, what's dark, reading special labels and following instructions can all be really useful skills.The pre-teen years can be a little tricky to navigate and it's often when kids need a bit more of a push. But they still need to help, Lynsey said, so it's about finding new ways to get them involved, without the arguments, of course."Start with them keeping their bedrooms clean and tidy and work from there."Helping with the laundry, including hanging out on the line or putting it in the dryer