benefits:
- spending time together
- learning life skills
- learning that work can be fun
- training to be lifelong helpers around the house
- work builds character, self-confidence, and self-esteem
- laugh and talk time
- housework completed
- everyone will feel good at the end of the day
Ideas for Involving the Kids
Bonus: Kids who cook, will eat more healthy and varied foods!
1) Start Young. It’s never too early to start. And it’s never too late either. Just start small. Don’t expect perfection. Don’t expect speed. Expect to take your time and enjoy the time together. Add some music. Foster an fun environment. Let the goal be small successes and then build on them.
3) Cleaning, Tidying, and Gardening.
you may choose different methods for different circumstances.
Rest together and talk about the all the great things you accomplished together.
Be proud of yourself and smile!
clipped from: lifelearningtoday.com