After grumbling to my husband about the number of able-bodied persons who mysteriously disappear right after supper, I decided it was time to re-implement our Table Chores. These are simple jobs that do not change. Each child knows what his chore is, and as long as I remember to issue the charge, "Table Chores!" they get done quickly. This is one area where the children really can be a big help. The five minutes that we take to clear up together easily saves me a half hour of work.
Ethan and I refrigerate the leftovers, transfer the dishes from the sink to the dishwasher, and sweep. I could delegate these chores to children as well, but I'm a little too picky about these tasks.
Table Chores. These really work for me!
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I love your list of table chores for all the children! But. . .please be careful what you feed the dog! All table scraps aren't good for dogs and some can cause big problems.
ReplyDeleteAnnie, we're sure to keep our dog on a steady diet of chocolate, xylitol, and chicken bones.
ReplyDeleteI jest...although he did once have curry and that is the only time he will EVER have that. I have enough to clean up without that mess!
I love Gideon and Salem's responsibilities!
ReplyDeleteI love to tell my children "Many hands make light work~!"