The internet is flooded with an overwhelming amount of information on what types of chores are appropriate for what ages. Some of these ideas are unrealistic and others well, are pretty underwhelming. There are many things that go into determining the perfect chores for 5-year-olds but, that is a whole different post. Here I will be sharing with you my list of ideas that work well for a 5-year-old.
Chores for 5 Year Old's
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- Get Dressed
- Make the Bed
- Brush Hair
- Brush Teeth
- Put Dirty Laundry in Hamper
- Set the Table
- Empty the Dishwasher [except sharp items]
- Give Pets Food and Water
- Put Own Clothes Away
- Pick up Toys
- Wipe Out Bathroom Sink
- Scrape Plate into Garbage
- Put Dirty Dishes in the Sink
- Sweep the Floors
- Help Pack Lunches
- Empty Small Garbage Cans
- Help Fold Laundry
- Wipe Baseboards
- Read 15 Minutes (if not reading yet, can look at a book or listen to an audiobook)
- Vacuum crumbs with a Hand Vacuum
What is a Chore Chart?
Chore charts are a kid-friendly version of a to-do list. Chore charts give your kids a visual of what needs to be done daily instead of just hearing us bark orders at them. These daily lists can be made by using either pictures or words depending on your child's literacy level. The visuals will let them know exactly what is expected of them and a sense of accomplishment when they can check things off.
How to use a Chore Chart
Pick a set of chores that you want your child to accomplish daily. The above list of 20 is way too many. Ideally, you would like 5-7 things on your 5 year old's daily chore list. Pick chores that work for your family and that you feel can easily be accomplished by your 5-year-old.
Rewards for Completing Chores
I'm sure your eyes just got really big just reading that title. Are you thinking 'I'm going to go broke rewarding my child daily'? Don't worry though. You won't. Rewards don't have to cost you anything. Yes, the occasional nicer reward may be great but, you can mostly stick with free or close to free things. If your child finishes their chores that day (or the consecutive number of days) they can pick something from your approved list.
Daily Rewards
- An Extra Song or Story at Bedtime
- A Few Extra Minutes of Snuggling
- 5 Extra Minutes in the Bath
- A Small Sheet of Stickers
- 10 Minutes of Screen Time
Larger Rewards
- Movie (their choice) and Popcorn Night
- Ice Cream Sundae Bar
- Their Choice for Dinner
- Family Game Night
- Bake a Treat with Mom or Dad
- Date with Mom or Dad
Printable Chores for 5 Year Old's Chore Chart
Click the image below to print your own chore chart to use with your child! Fill in the blanks and mark them off as they are completed!
These chores and rewards are just ideas to get you started. If you find something that really excites your child find a way to work that into their rewards. The best way you can possibly get them excited to check things off is if they are truly excited to do it. Remember that being consistent will play a huge role in having a successful set of chores for your 5 year old.
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