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Kids Chore Checklist – Free Printable

As a parent, you have a responsibility to help your child become an independent human as early as possible. This means helping them do things themselves when they can, rather than doing it for them. One of the best ways to teach this is by having kids do chores around the house. It not only teaches them valuable life lessons about how to be responsible, but it also helps make your life easier! You can download this FREE kids chore checklist at the bottom of the post.

When you were younger, chores may have felt like an inconvenience. But as an adult, you probably know better — chores are good for kids in so many ways. They help develop a sense of responsibility and give your children the opportunity to feel like they’re making a difference in your family. Read the list of suggestions below to get ideas of what types of chores are appropriate based on your child’s age. Keep in mind, use your discretion, based on your child’s abilities not necessarily their age.

Kids Chore Checklist Suggestions

Want to get your kids helping with the chores? Use this checklist for suggestions based on your child’s abilities and assign them age-appropriate tasks. Fill in the chore chart.

Children Ages 2-3

  • Pick up toys and put them in bins or designated areas
  • Put laundry in the hamper
  • Wipe up spills
  • Help load washer and dryer with supervision
  • Wipe walls and baseboards with a wet cloth

Kids Chore Checklist: Children Ages 4-5

  • Put away belongings
  • Help with laundry with supervision
  • Carry light weight bags and put away groceries
  • Match socks
  • Help clear the table

Children Ages 6-8

  • Help care for pets
  • Fold and put away laundry
  • Help wash the car
  • Set the table
  • Wipe down counters and sinks

Children Ages 9-12

  • Vacuum
  • Learn to wash dishes
  • Load and unload the dishwasher
  • Dust
  • Rake leaves
  • Sweep the floor
  • Learn to wash laundry/switch loads
  • Take care of pets

Children Ages 13-18

  • Do the laundry
  • Wash the dishes
  • Take out the trash
  • Help prepare meals
  • Clean windows
  • Clean bathrooms
  • Mop the floor
  • Run errands within walking distance
  • Help with younger siblings
  • Help with many outdoor chores

Do you have more suggestions to add to the list? Use the free printable to write down your own ideas.

How to Use the FREE Kids Chore Checklist

  1. Sign up to receive the newsletter from Your Therapy Source to gain access to the FREE 3 page PDF packet.
  2. Download the PDF and print the checklist and chore chart.
  3. Choose the chores for your child, list them, and keep track of their accomplishments.

Read more on why kids should do chores here.

Need a chore chart specifically for Summer? Check out this free printable Summer Chores List.

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