You have to make sure that you are also demonstrating to your children that you are contributing as well and not leaving all to them. They need to remember that this is teamwork.
Housework can help teach children some important lessons - responsibility and care. You are also teaching them what it means to be part of a family, that everyone helps out and contributes to the family. It's very important to teach children that things don't just magically happen.
Helping out is a big part of family life in the household. The elder kids wash and dry the dishes, clean the rooms, look after the dogs, help their parents and help make school lunches for their little brothers and sisters. The little ones take away their toys, sometimes wash their breakfast bowl and spoon and they make their bed each day. Doing things together and coordinating tasks also makes for a great family time!
When you get kids involved with the chores, they feel a sense of independence, responsibility and trust, which in turn promotes a healthy self-esteem.
