Switching it up around here...

We go through phases where the kids are SUPER good about helping out, and then there are spurts where I feel like there is NO TIME and its just easier for me to do... At least then its done right. Right?

We've been in the phase of me doing everything for a while now and I am so over it! The kids have been asking for an "allowance" so today I whipped up this simple, but hopefully effective chore system...

The minis will need to pick 2 chores each day. There are two that repeat every day (setting the table and unloading the dishes), but the other chore they can chose from a stack. They also have a tag with the days of the week on it. They are expected to have their toys picked up each night before bed. The toys that are not picked up go in a bin and belong to me. They can earn them back WHEN I see that they are actually picking their stuff up...

I think its important for them to take part in the household and I hope to instill some work ethic and responsibility at the same time. They are old enough to pitch in some... I know allowance can be a controversial topic, but I am not opposed to bribery... Money tends to motivate my wee ones as their favorite past time is perusing the toy aisle in Target :)

Today was the kick off and it went well, however; I know the novelty will wear off and FAST... Anthony dug vacuuming my hardwood with the stick broom and Madison thought wiping the door glass was cool... I hope that I can stick to it because as I explained to them: "The more help I have the more time I have to do fun things with you". We shall see...

I uploaded the tags I made, so feel free to use them for your family. If you do, let me know how it works out!

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