I’ve been trying to teach my kids about responsibility, and I heard that giving them small tasks can help. Has anyone tried this? I’m curious how it works in practice and if you’ve seen any positive changes. What kind of tasks do you give them, and how do you keep them motivated? Any tips or experiences would be really helpful.
My kids do small jobs like setting the table or feeding the dog. It’s not perfect, but they’re learning.
I try to make it part of the routine, not a big deal. Praise helps when they remember on their own.
It’s a work in progress, but I see improvement over time.
We’ve been doing small tasks with our kids for a while now. It took some time, but it’s been good for everyone.
Our older one helps with laundry sorting and our younger one sets the table. We keep it simple and part of the normal day.
What’s worked well is letting them choose tasks they like. Our eldest enjoys organizing, so laundry sorting fits well. The younger one enjoys being helpful during mealtimes.
We talk about how their help makes a difference for the family. Seeing them take pride in their contributions has been really nice.
It’s not always smooth, but overall it’s helped them feel more grown-up and responsible. Just keep at it and adjust as needed!
I’ve found that starting small with specific responsibilities really sets the tone for kids to be more involved around the house. When my kids were younger, we experimented with small tasks such as taking care of our houseplants or keeping their personal spaces tidy. It wasn’t instant, and there were some rough patches along the way, but over time, everyone got comfortable with the routine.
I noticed that allowing each of them to have a say in what chore they handled made them feel more involved, and it slowly turned into a habit. Sometimes rewarding them with a little extra game or screen time seemed to work well, keeping the mood upbeat. It wasn’t so much about strict rules, but more about gradually building up a sense of responsibility. Over time, the little tasks really added up and made a noticeable difference in our day-to-day life. 
In our house, we’ve been experimenting with a chore game for my 11-year-old. We have a jar of task cards, and she picks one each day. Some are quick, like watering plants, others take longer, like organizing a bookshelf.
It’s not always smooth sailing, but I’ve noticed she’s more excited when there’s an element of surprise. We also chat about how her help makes our home nicer for everyone.
Still figuring things out, but seeing her smile when she completes a task is pretty rewarding. Curious to hear what works for others!
I’ve been trying something similar with my 5-year-old. We started with simple tasks like putting dirty clothes in the hamper. Some days it works great, other days not so much.
I’m curious how long it took for your kids to really get into the routine? Right now we use a sticker chart, but I wonder if that’s creating the wrong motivation.
Have you found any ways to make the tasks feel more fun or rewarding without relying on prizes? I’d love to hear what’s worked well for others as we’re still figuring this out!