Lately, I’ve started a system where each of our boys has a couple of new chores he must do each day. Yes, even the 4-year-old. I instituted this because I actually cannot keep up with the housekeeping all myself anyway. I pay them a quarter for each of those jobs, plus I give them extra coins when they exhibit a wonderful attitude. I’m able to pay them on the spot because I have a big juice jug full of change. […]
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Cleaning Chores For Kids, By Age Hello, friends! April is resting a powerful case of tendonitis, so Edna Thompson, of the United Kingdom, is sharing tips with us on age appropriate chores for kids today. Everybody knows that it is not an easy task to maintain a clean and organized home with kids around. But not necessarily! Try including your kids in the cleaning and organizing process. Let them help you clean the mess they make. Of course, depending […]
» Read moreHow cute is my most willing little helper!? I have mentioned before that my favorite parenting book is Large Family Logistics. *When you purchase through Amazon ads on this site, I do collect advertising fees. Small ones.* Two things I like most about Large Family Logistics: This book is no longer in print. However, Kim Brenneman wrote an updated version that will help you just as much: Home Management Plain and Simple 1.) It serves […]
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