Chore challenge
Playful twists on daily chores to help turn "have to” into “let’s do!”
Let’s be real: chores aren’t usually anyone’s idea of fun (even for you). But when you sprinkle in a bit of imagination or challenge, even tidying up can become a playful or bonding moment. (Just ask Mary Poppins!)
Chore challenges are all about finding tiny ways to make jobs like packing away toys, wiping the table, or sorting laundry feel like a game. You might race against a timer, pretend you’re on a mission, or add music and move to the beat.
It’s not about making every chore magical -...
Materials
Prep
Pick one task you’d like help with. Think about a way to turn it into a game - race, music, pretend play, or a mini reward.
Play
Choose a chore and give it a fun twist:
- “Let’s see how many socks I can match before this song ends!”
- “We’ve got 2 minutes before the ‘Tidy Tornado’ arrives. Quick!”
- “Can you deliver all these books back to their shelf before I count to 20?”
- "I'm going to sing my favourite musical songs while I fold the laundry"
Extend
Mission Possible: Pretend you’re secret agents on a cleaning mission.
Spin the Job: Create a simple chore wheel or pull jobs from a jar.
Switch Roles: Let your child “boss you around” while you do a chore (power reversal fun!).
