Assign Preschoolers Chores

At the earliest ages, children can learn to have responsibilities around the house. Things such as picking up their toys, putting away clothes, and clearing or setting the table are all easy things to teach them. And believe it or not, it is educational. They are not only learning to be a part of a family, they are also learning to classify and sort. Toys go in a certain location, silverware is placed in a certain position, and clothes go into certain drawers.

I have a friend with four children under 8, the youngest is 2. They all have chores. One of the things she does is have them put away their own laundry. Because they put it away, she does not even fold it. She irons everything as it is worn. She separates the clothes, the children put them in the drawers. Everyone has a job.

So do not be weary of doing all the cleaning and picking up. Assign some chores and teach your child to be a functioning member of your household.