Hi Kristina, thanks for your reply. Good on you for getting your toddler to help. Its an age when they want to help so start forming the helping habit from an early age. A lot of ‘help’ at this age is both of you doing things together. Pack up toys, clear dishes away, put dirty clothes in laundry. As to paying! Hmmm. Interesting. My view is kids should help without being paid but they also should get some pocket money, which is a tiny share of the family wealth. But many children like to earn their keep so a little money for extra help is fine. Keep it simple with toddlers- a few jobs, a few coins(not so common these days), a few hugs and a few laughs!👍😂Have fun!!
On paying, we tend not to do that. This way, they are motivated to work for a neighbor if they need Christmas cash, etc. I find this instills the sense of accomplishment and “value of a dollar”. Children should obey their parents out of love and respect, not because they get something out of it.
Kids are natural helpers. Plan to include them in whatever tasks you’re doing , yes even the 2 & 3 year old. Cultivating the spirit of teamwork is healthful for All. 💫
I did these things plus I was the landscaper when I was ten. We lived on an acre with large weedie beds and many trees... no lack of work ethic forty years later.
Building responsibility in children is essential as it helps them navigate life with confidence and self-sufficiency, even when parents aren’t around. My children, ages 6 and almost 8, are already taking on some of the suggested tasks. They’ve become quite adept at responsibilities like packing their school bags, making phone calls, tidying their rooms, and even managing small expenditures with the help of a finance journal we created together to track their allowances.
It’s still a work in progress for certain tasks. For example, while they can set an alarm, I often have to call their names after it goes off! For cooking, they can prepare simple meals, though I still supervise for safety. Ironing is another recent addition, with my 7-year-old beginning to learn this skill carefully.
Encouraging independence may take time and patience, but it’s rewarding to watch them grow into capable young individuals, prepared for life’s demands. For us, it’s a gradual process, and every small step is a milestone.
Love that. I know many don't want their kids to work.
But for me it's nice when they gave some areas in the house they're responsible for.
Awesome headline and what do you think about offering them some money.
Meaning you help in the garden and earn some bucks?
Then my toddler could buy his own 🍨
We did this a few weeks back and my toddler was super proud 🥲
Hi Kristina, thanks for your reply. Good on you for getting your toddler to help. Its an age when they want to help so start forming the helping habit from an early age. A lot of ‘help’ at this age is both of you doing things together. Pack up toys, clear dishes away, put dirty clothes in laundry. As to paying! Hmmm. Interesting. My view is kids should help without being paid but they also should get some pocket money, which is a tiny share of the family wealth. But many children like to earn their keep so a little money for extra help is fine. Keep it simple with toddlers- a few jobs, a few coins(not so common these days), a few hugs and a few laughs!👍😂Have fun!!
On paying, we tend not to do that. This way, they are motivated to work for a neighbor if they need Christmas cash, etc. I find this instills the sense of accomplishment and “value of a dollar”. Children should obey their parents out of love and respect, not because they get something out of it.
Plus give them actual work, in short stints, occasionally as they approach the teens.
I was 12 when I started working half of every Saturday and had farm chores everyday.
Great idea Philip.
Kids are natural helpers. Plan to include them in whatever tasks you’re doing , yes even the 2 & 3 year old. Cultivating the spirit of teamwork is healthful for All. 💫
Yes, they do like to help when young so we should be utilising this to set up good habits.👍
Thanks for this. My son can do 18 out of 20 on that list and he’s 11. He’s much more capable than I was at his age
Great to hear Vicki.👍
Michael- this is seriously important information to share.
Let’s set our youth up for success! ✨✨
Thanks Erica. 👍
I did these things plus I was the landscaper when I was ten. We lived on an acre with large weedie beds and many trees... no lack of work ethic forty years later.
Good stuff Paul!👌
Building responsibility in children is essential as it helps them navigate life with confidence and self-sufficiency, even when parents aren’t around. My children, ages 6 and almost 8, are already taking on some of the suggested tasks. They’ve become quite adept at responsibilities like packing their school bags, making phone calls, tidying their rooms, and even managing small expenditures with the help of a finance journal we created together to track their allowances.
It’s still a work in progress for certain tasks. For example, while they can set an alarm, I often have to call their names after it goes off! For cooking, they can prepare simple meals, though I still supervise for safety. Ironing is another recent addition, with my 7-year-old beginning to learn this skill carefully.
Encouraging independence may take time and patience, but it’s rewarding to watch them grow into capable young individuals, prepared for life’s demands. For us, it’s a gradual process, and every small step is a milestone.
Thank you for sharing.
Thanks Stella!👍
Man, I’m doing great!