Bathroom Chores For Kids By Age

Kids age 2 and up can help rinse out the tub after baths.

What to know about bathroom chores for kids by age. The bathroom is one of the dirtiest and most-used rooms in the house. And it's the least fun to clean. 

The good news is that kids can do many of the chores this busy room requires.

Here's a list of bathroom chores for kids by age, to keep this busy place clean and sanitary. They do help muck it up, after all.

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. This adaptability allows you to tailor the chores to your child's abilities, making the process more manageable and less stressful. 

Of course, some bathroom chores for kids must be done daily, others once a week, and still others less frequently. Use your best judgment for what gets done and when. 

Bathroom Chores for Kids Ages 2 and Under:

• Put the toilet seat down and flush.

• Help rinse out the tub.

• Put dirty clothes in the hamper if the top is low enough.

• Hang up towel (on hook).

• Put tub toys in bins or drawers.

Ages 3 to 5:

Previous bathroom chores, plus:

• Put tub toys in the proper nets or bins

• Rinse out the sink after use

Ages 6 to 9:

Previous bathroom chores, plus:

• Rinse out the tub

• Wipe up spills

• Squeegee the shower
  

• Hang up towel (on towel rack)

• Sweep or vacuum the floor and damp-mop any spills

• Wipe smudges from walls and doors

• Empty and wipe the wastebasket clean, using disinfecting wipes

• Wash inside and outside of cabinets

Ages 10 to 13:

Previous bathroom chores, plus:

Chores for Teens: