Garage Chores by Age
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Garage Chores by Age. Here's a guide to which chores kids can do in this utilitarian room.
Once a child reaches a certain skill or age level, he can generally do the chores for his age group and those for the age groups below.
Ages 2 and Under:
* Put toys in bins or drawers
* Pick up wrappers and small trash
Ages 3 to 5:
* Previous chores, plus:
* Put toys and games (and all their pieces in the proper boxes or bins)
* Help prepare papers for recycling
* Sweep the floor with a push broom
Ages 6 to 9:
* Previous chores, plus:
* Wipe up spills
* Sweep floor
* Empty and wipe wastebaskets clean, using disinfecting wipes
* Prepare recyclables for pickup
* Vacuum out car
* Help wash car
* Clean doormats
Ages 10 to 13:
* Previous chores, plus:
* Disinfect light switches and doorknobs
* Take trash and recycling containers to the curb
* Wipe clean the car's dashboard and upholstery
* Wash screens and miniblinds
* Wash windows and wipe light fixtures
Ages 14 to 17:
* Previous chores, plus:
* Wash the car
* Wash the car's undercarriage (each spring).
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