Do you let your children do housework?

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This post was last edited by liudongday on 2017-7-21 at 15:21. The methods of educating children abroad may not be suitable for us, but I am still in favor of children doing housework. What about you? First, here is a chart showing the appropriate age ranges for children to do household chores: 9–24 months – Let the baby use a spoon to eat by themselves, and throw dirty diapers into the trash bin; 2–3 years old – Under supervision, they can throw trash into the bin, help fetch items, hang clothes on hangers; they can also use the toilet, brush their teeth, water plants, and organize their own toys; 3–4 years old – Feed pets, collect used paper, help mom make the bed, put dishes in the kitchen sink after meals, put folded clean clothes back in the closet, and place dirty clothes in a basket; 4–5 years old – Set the table, put utensils back in the kitchen, prepare the clothes they are going to wear; they should also hang and arrange their towels and toothbrushes neatly (it’s important to give clear instructions at this stage). A vague instruction like “tidy up the dining table” can confuse children. Parents need to break a task down into individual steps; starting by having the child help them get chopsticks, and gradually having them assist with setting the dishes, so that they can truly understand what is expected of them. ) Aged 5-6: Prepare their own backpacks and shoes to wear, and learn to tidy up their rooms; Aged 7-12: Learn to cook simple meals, help wash cars and mop floors, clean the bathroom, sweep leaves and snow, and know how to use a washing machine. Household chores such as replacing light bulbs, changing the dust bag in the vacuum cleaner, cleaning the refrigerator and stove, and mowing the lawn are also included on the list for those over 13 years old. Perhaps laziness is human nature? Are children no exception? So methods are also needed! 1. How to get children to do housework voluntarily: Start with tasks that are within their own responsibility. Everything is difficult at the beginning, so avoid making children feel intimidated by these tasks. It is recommended that children start learning by doing tasks that are part of their responsibilities*, including skills for taking care of themselves in daily life, such as dressing and putting on clothes ； Put away toys and such ； Let children gradually get used to the idea that doing housework is also their own responsibility. Work schedule: Parents can create a work schedule and discuss with their child what he can do What do you want to do? Learn from fun activities (games)*: Cleaners and purchasers. The baby pretends to be a cleaning worker, driving a cleaning vehicle to clean up various toys and items, and then handing them over to the collector (i.e., mom) for handling. Playing house. Play house games with children using toys, tableware (cups, plates, spoons, pots), and the like. Guiding the selection of vegetables: Involve children in the process, from choosing the vegetables to washing them, so that they understand that the dishes they eat go through these steps before being ready to eat; teach them how to do household chores through this learning process. Washing rice and cooking rice: Starting from opening the rice container to scoop out the rice, parents and children participate together, with the parent telling the child how much to scoop. When washing rice, you can also tell the child that this water can be used for other purposes besides washing rice, such as washing vegetables; this way, in addition to participating in household chores, the child can also learn about the concept of conservation. Sweeping and wiping tables: First, find a rag and a broom designated for the child, and let the child try to do the housework, or have the parents teach them how to clean the tables and floors. Drying, collecting, and folding clothes: When drying clothes, you can ask the child to help hold the hangers, while the mother does the drying ； When picking up clothes, the child is still young, but he can be responsible for getting his own clothes ； When folding clothes, children can also learn to fold them and organize them properly. 2. Attitude toward doing housework. Additionally, to help children enjoy doing housework, it is recommended that you create a household chores report card, assigning scores to each task and offering appropriate encouragement; this also helps children understand the hard work their parents put in when doing housework. 3. Parents should keep these things in mind when guiding their children to do housework. Children of different ages have varying levels of motor skills, cognitive ability, physical strength, and patience. Therefore, the expectations parents have regarding their children’s housework tasks should be within the scope of the children’s capabilities, so as to prevent them from feeling resistant or fearful due to frustration. Be sure to do housework together with your child. When the child tries to help and ends up making things even more chaotic, it’s important to stay patient, teach the child how to correct their mistakes, and demonstrate the proper ways to do things. “\"Be more tolerant and less critical.\" When guiding children, use a gentle tone; avoid shouting at them. Teach them patiently, step by step, and in a playful manner. Parents themselves should have a positive attitude toward doing housework, so as not to let their children perceive through their words and actions that housework is something unpleasant. Furthermore, the couple should arrange the division of household chores properly, so as to prevent children from developing the wrong idea that \"doing housework is a girl’s task.\" Children should be taught that the \"home\" belongs to everyone, and therefore everyone has an obligation to take part in all tasks within the home. While satisfying a baby’s curiosity and desire to learn, safety issues must not be overlooked. Parents should take dangerous items for their children instead of allowing them to pick them up on their own. Older children can be taught the correct usage methods and movements to ensure safety. No matter how a child performs, don’t forget to give him praise and encouragement, so that he knows you see every “small thing” he does. Since he is young and has limited abilities and endurance, his performance is naturally not as proficient as that of adults. But it’s okay; practice makes perfect, and mom knows you’re trying hard. 4. Integrating it into games: Finally, parents should be reminded that for young children, life is nothing but games, and games constitute their entire world; therefore, learning to do housework is both a form of learning and a game. Furthermore, do not overlook the fact that cultivating in children the habit of doing housework requires time and patience; only through enjoyment and voluntary effort can educational goals be achieved. While they do household chores, instill in them the understanding that \"Your actions are of great help to the whole family, and you are an essential part of it!\" ”