Every child likes to add to their pocket money with chores around the house and garden. And I’m sure every parent thinks chores for kids can be a great help; keeping them busy and possibly meaning less chores for them. Using a chore chart helps them earn stars and pocket money too. Here is a list of 40 chores for kids appropriate to their age.

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Even the youngest toddler can start to help out around the house as you teach them to put their toys and books away. As they get older, their involvement can become more regular with chores and daily tasks that are age-appropriate.

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Chores for Kids Depending on Their Age

Chores for Kids Aged 4 to 8 Years Old

1. Putting toys away tidily
2. Making their bed…..properly
3. Sweeping up leaves in the garden
4. Helping to plant flowers in the garden
5. Weeding the garden
6. Water the plants
7. Sweeping up around the house
8. Dusting and Polishing (anything without ornaments that can be broken)
9. Putting their washing away
10. Set the table
11. Clearing table
12. Supervised washing up
13. Supervised cooking
14. Tidying up magazines and books

Chores for Kids Aged 9 to 12 Years Old

All of the above chores, plus:

1. Vacuum cleaning
2. Washing up
3. Filling and emptying dishwasher
4. Sorting the laundry for washing
5. Hanging out the washing
6. Putting clothes away
7. Feeding the pets
8. Mopping the floor
9. Keeping their bedroom clean and tidy
10. Baking cakes (with help)
11. Making their own packed lunch
12. Playing games with younger siblings

Chores for Kids Ages 13 Years Old and Up

All of the above, plus:

1. Washing the car
2. Walking the dog
3. Cleaning windows
4. Cooking simple breakfast / lunch / supper
5. Ironing
6. Getting the shopping
7. Putting shopping away
8. Babysitting
9. Changing bed sheets
10. Putting rubbish out
11. Mow the lawn
12. Clean the bathroom
13. Clean the kitchen
14. Reading to their younger siblings

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