How do we get our kids to take responsibility for their things and get them to put their toys and clothes away, as opposed to stuffing them under the bed so you won’t find them?
I’m always amazed that an empty wardrobe with dozens of hangers isn’t as inviting as shoving the clothes in a corner or throwing them in the dirty clothes basket (even though they have never been worn), rather than hanging them up.
So how do we get children to help tidy and declutter their bedroom and toys rather than shirking their responsibilities?
5 ways to get your kids to help tidy up!
1. Praise their efforts when they do tidy up
Praise, praise, praise! Kids can never get enough praise for a job well done. Studies have shown that giving someone acknowledgement for their work will keep them motivated to do well. This has been proven to be more effective for productivity than a cash incentive!
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