Getting kids involved in chores can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be a battle. By using creative methods, you can motivate your children to take part in household tasks and even have fun in ...

Ah, the end of summer — bliss for some, a bit of a bear for others. For my kids and me, it is a mixed blessing. On one hand, we got to spend endless days together. On the other, there was a whole lot ...

Young children are naturally eager helpers. Take advantage of this and develop a culture of teamwork in your home. Ian Allenden/Dreamstime/TNS Age-appropriate chores and responsibilities are an ...

Holly Peterson’s “Dealing With Lots of Messy Young Houseguests? Consider a Chore Doc” (Review, June 28) brought to mind our experience with six school-aged children. In lieu of hosting sleepovers and ...

A psychologist says chores help teach kids responsibility and time management Age-appropriate tasks like cleaning up or mowing the lawn can build life skills Paying kids for chores is a personal ...

Whether it’s cleaning, doing laundry or grocery shopping, most of us can agree that chores are just a part of life as an adult. But, what about when it comes to kids? Should they have chores? And if ...

Put away the silverware. Fold the towels. Feed the dog. Bring in the mail. There is a myriad of ways in which kids – starting as early as age 2 – can help out around the house. While some of this ...

I often ask my kids to help around the house. Feed our dog. Put clean dishes in cabinets and drawers. Sweep up crumbs after dinner. We are a Montessori family, so a lot of this stuff falls under ...