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Building a Better World
One Pair of Socks at a Time
By Kristine Berggren
4 to 6 Years
- Do above tasks.
- Help fold clean clothes.
- Set out clothes, backpack and so on for next day.
- Water houseplants.
- Help wash dishes.
- Fix bowl of cereal.
- Help put away groceries.
- Sort recycling.
- Help prepare meals, peel vegetables.
- Help with pet care and feeding.
6 to 8 Years
- Do above tasks.
- Sweep floors.
- Help make and pack lunch.
- Help with yard work.
- Pour own drinks.
- Answer phone.
- Bathe in tub filled by parent.
- Help with grocery shopping.
- Wash, dry and put away dishes without help.
- Fill and empty dishwasher.
- Make own snacks.
8 to 10 Years
- Do above tasks.
- Sew buttons.
- Cook simple food (such as toast).
- Pack suitcase.
10 to 12 Years
- Do above tasks.
- Prepare simple meals or box mixes.
- Use washer and dryer with help.
- Straighten rooms.
- Clean bathroom.
- Wash car.
- Iron clothes.
- Baby-sit younger siblings (with adult present).
- Mow lawn.
- Have neighborhood job (such as pet care, yard work or paper route).
- Shovel snow.
12 Years and Older
- Do above tasks.
- Clean garage and basement.
- Plan menus; prepare and serve meals.
- Baby-sit younger siblings without adult present.
- Change light bulbs.
- Replace vacuum bag.
- Clean refrigerator.
- Make grocery list.
