We are well into first grade now and I cannot believe it either. B moved up to his next big boy class at day care too. Where have my babies gone?
So enter in revised routine charts, updated reward jar and after school question jar. The kids do not get an allowance for chores. They have learned that some things are just part of everyday living and being part of a family. If clothes aren't taken to the laundry room then you end up with no clean underwear. If dishes are not taken to sink, then you don't have anything to eat off of etc. and so forth. The new lesson that's soon to be learned is that if toys do not get put away they get taken away and may be given to a child that CAN take care of them.
I do pick my own battles some. I mean I've only put a few things on their chore lists and even put brushing teeth on there too. I do want them to see SOME check marks on the chart.LOL
I know we just started school and some schools have not even started yet but it will soon be time for Christmas shopping and DIY gifts. I can't wait to see the new ideas for this year. I'd love to know your ideas and suggestions.
Happy Summer Day!
