Earlier this week we talked about motivating your toddler to help with cleaning up around the house. Many parents wonder what types of chores their toddler can handle and what is too much for them. Toddlers are at a stage of development where they can start to learn how to pick up after themselves and are very eager to do so. Below are a few ideas for age appropriate chores:
Folding clothes
You can ask your preschooler to fold his/her clothes or even some towels. Since their clothes are so tiny anyway, they’re perfect for little hands to fold. They can even help to put some of their clothes in drawers that are low to the ground.
Cleaning the bathroom tub
What kid doesn’t want to play with water, give your child a sponge or a rag with no cleaning chemicals on it and let them run it around the sink.
Wiping the tables:
Wet a paper towel or sponge and have them wipe a paper towel over the table to clean up any messes made during the meal.
Sweeping
You toddler may not be able to sweep the entire room, but they can sweep up a small area. A small broom or a swiffer work well with little hands.
Imagine the self confidence your toddler will gain over time by helping out around the house. Your setting a great foundation and teaching long lasting habits to guide them as they get older.
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