Don’t underestimate your child — independence can start early at home! As kids get older, the more independent they become every day, so let’s encourage this in lots of ways. One way to encourage them is by asking them to do more simple chores around the house like putting away their own laundry.
These printable clothing labels are perfect for knowing which items of clothing goes in which drawer. They also help mornings go smoother when your kids are picking out their own clothes and getting ready for school.
Using the same idea, cleaning can become a much less daunting task. We suggest getting any room in the state you would call it clean. Then take pictures of the cabinets, the drawers, the shelves, the floor, etc. Print those pictures and tape them to the area. This way your child has a visual example of what goes in each area and can see if how they cleaned matches the picture. We use this in our play room at home, and it has made a world of difference.
Any chore can be accessible with the right kind of visual reminders. Just don’t expect them to get it right the first time. Like anything else, this is a skill that takes practice. You may have to direct and help for a few tries, but over time, your kiddo will pick up on what they need to do. Remind them to continue to check in with the visuals you have created, and it will be easier for them to understand the expectations.