http://www.choresandchecklists.com/chores-blog.html Click here to check out our blog for information about children's chore charts and checklists and other routines for kids. en-us chores Mon, 25 Feb 2013 19:24:23 -0500 Mon, 25 Feb 2013 19:24:23 -0500 choresandchecklists.com http://www.choresandchecklists.com/green-cleaning-products.html3187b50ee8e2dedc49fc9d8a9715601aGreen cleaning products are the way to go when cleaning with kids -- but do you know which four things can clean your entire house? Mon, 25 Feb 2013 19:24:21 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/homeschool-checklist.htmlb6d50423d22c4fa6c604c1ccd17ed994A homeschool mom has to keep track of everything from curriculums to homework. Do you need a daily homeschool checklist? Sat, 20 Oct 2012 12:29:48 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/reward-chart.html568fd9d1347b19eef08e99dfb2ab94bbMotivate your child by using a free printable reward chart and keep track of chores easily Sat, 20 Oct 2012 12:03:16 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/getting-kids-to-eat-healthy.htmla5253e018b8d6268a2c44c91cee7ac51If you are struggling with getting kids to eat healthy, try some of these strategies... Wed, 5 Sep 2012 01:54:28 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/kids-allowance.html7c19704ed7e1c69c702f3460ec5bacaaTips on how to use kids allowance to encourage them to do their household chores Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:26:57 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/dirty-sheets.htmle42786f3608aaf21b2e4fda55639f43a. Get your kids to do laundry! Do they know how to wash dirty sheets? Do you? Thu, 16 Aug 2012 22:35:44 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/clean-windows-with-vinegar.html62844716b006712d4373883075ab31f7If you know how to clean windows with vinegar, you save money and avoid harsh chemicals...here's how. Tue, 14 Aug 2012 18:22:22 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/lazy-kids.htmlb78849b77eeead737c1308a5fcd0c58bAre you ready to turn your lazy kids into productive members of your household? Read on... Thu, 9 Aug 2012 13:26:13 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/organized-mom.html6696abc7bd1b9d906b21cdf29cda377aThe organized mom doesn't do it all because she doesn't have to. Learn how to get your kids to clean up, do their laundry and even some cooking! Tue, 31 Jul 2012 11:44:00 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/ants-on-a-log.htmle4dbbb854060bfba3204730fc8793355My kids love this easy snack: cut up some celery. Spread peanut butter on the celery log, and then add raisins on top. (the ants!) Yum! and oh, so easy. Mon, 30 Jul 2012 20:35:43 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/how-to-clean-walls.html53c046cee288de2fac2196777aa606a1Need to know how to clean walls? It's easier than you think... Sat, 14 Jul 2012 11:08:21 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/teaching-kids-about-money.html622654c76e3348498b3ef7512daf2205Teaching kids about money now will shape their adult lives! Let them learn and make mistakes now instead of when they're out on their own (yikes!) Sat, 7 Jul 2012 10:49:34 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/too-many-stuffed-animals.htmlcc4d9b4c65ce441a8af0ab4d74127027If your kids have too many stuffed animals in their rooms, here's what to do to get it under control. Sat, 30 Jun 2012 12:06:48 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/paper-clutter.html8858309505c5999e336fc1f50b9532b8Is your house drowning in junk mail, bills, kid's homework, magazines and other paper clutter? Don't despair – get organized with these six helpful suggestions. Thu, 3 May 2012 23:08:36 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/how-to-motivate-kids.htmle16a56f7a1f3fd9832cf4b61b7971905Stop nagging and learn how to motivate kids. The secret is to stop caring (sort of). Mon, 16 Apr 2012 20:55:12 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/disorganized-child.htmladecfe5e157fdca3087090b3f1125d5bDoes your disorganized child struggle with focus and responsibility? Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:01:19 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/stranger-danger-scenarios.html11c957d818f4e3021fac9699060c3e6aPractice these stranger danger scenarios and teach your kids the two RED FLAG BEHAVIORS Wed, 21 Mar 2012 20:35:03 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/kids-cleaning.html82b7f37a48860154dd25c6fe130e68f9Put the kids to work! Use chore charts and checklists get kids cleaning today! Wed, 7 Mar 2012 18:50:14 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/get-kids-to-clean.html0eda2bd2171f0871393615b54f69cef1If you want to get kids to clean, it's easier than you think--as long as you know these 8 strategies... Sun, 26 Feb 2012 15:45:31 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/printable-chore-charts.html934900e26e15ff8178f54a6d675f91b0We've made free printable chore charts - reward charts, practice logs, cleaning lists and more! Sat, 11 Feb 2012 14:17:36 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/date-night.html628aeea29245da339df442f2ed058988Start a weekly in home date night with your spouse! It's easier than you think. Thu, 9 Feb 2012 17:51:38 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/bedtime-routine.html46d326ff37ff00d099c7f56fc9ac6a55A good bedtime routine is a great part of the day. It increases bonding and sibling relations, and gets kids ready for the next day--what are you waiting for? Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:20:04 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/child-wont-practice.html8bdce61a9f1801f098723bc231769b2cIf your child won't practice their musical instrument, here's what you can do to break out of the power struggle. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:45:16 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/sibling-rivalry.html548c529185903a6d24929e8195e3b1d0Eliminate (most) sibling rivalry with this positive reinforcement. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 14:35:23 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/messy-house.htmlcf82c8e5e60575cbc9b69a3bab03c8b0Don't worry! You'll get back on track in no time. You'll get to that messy house in a minute, but here's why you shouldn't stress out... Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:58:23 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/organized-home.html66cebec8f597e8762ed3cb18886d5c91Get your kids to contribute to your organized home with four strategies to get the whole family involved! Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:11:00 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/resolutions-for-kids.html61b36fa2f89e2d4ebdb1a9d4fa9c8940Resolutions for kids can shape their entire year! Give it a try this year. Sat, 7 Jan 2012 18:44:52 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/bedwetting.html8f6a7164bacba2f99331ec0ed498cc16Bedwetting is more common than you think...here are some ideas to keep your sanity Sat, 17 Dec 2011 22:36:55 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/single-parents.html8bad4e5a51c898e6126be6ab6eb109c0Smart single parents remember this important rule. Do you? Sat, 17 Dec 2011 22:33:28 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/routines-for-kids.html341a225b33122ed10988f637493972b3Everyone benefits when you've implemented routines for kids...clear expectations and fun family activities to look forward to! Here are some great ideas to get you started... Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:00:21 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/Christmas-countdown.html8feca31a357ea221786ea906ac72d028Use this Christmas checklist to beat the Christmas countdown Fri, 2 Dec 2011 00:48:33 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/too-many-gifts.html51e92539d0161c75d7cda6cc9cf09eb4They mean well, they really do. But do your kids get too many gifts during the holidays or birthdays that turn into a clutter problem for you? You are not alone! Thu, 1 Dec 2011 22:56:26 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/simplify-christmas.htmlf110c41a681f6c6ced35d373a6804e24have you always wanted to simplify Christmas but have not known how to get your family on board? Read on... Sun, 27 Nov 2011 10:28:51 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/christmas-stress.html71163f43d3427ce18e1e5d9475f6dc20Do you experience Christmas stress due to these four common stressors? It doesn't have to be a part of your holiday season—read on for what to do. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 01:26:32 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/emmykay.html30ea4f3e32b6b596df45d1356caf6ab0Great idea am doing similar technique with paper towels, clorOx and organic liquid soap Mon, 21 Nov 2011 23:42:54 -0500 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/child-behavior-problem.html6b1a831e45d66e6a4cb5fc2f070756b0You know the perfect time for a child behavior problem to surface, and so do they... Tue, 27 Sep 2011 19:29:20 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/how-to-pay-bills.html26e1407b0fde89090b42e9cb0f512d88No one explains how to pay bills yet it is supremely important. Say goodbye to late fees with these five tips and free checklist! Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:39:55 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/cleaning-the-bathroom.html9db2b9dcf8532aeed45bef28deb776b2Here's a checklist for cleaning the bathroom so you can train your kids! Tue, 13 Sep 2011 01:26:11 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/chores-for-kids.htmlba065b4564c1a6819bee711d4679cc4dChores for kids are easily adaptable to any age! Fri, 2 Sep 2011 23:04:13 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/camping-checklist.htmle6895d5ca3c197a1497039147d91cf8fPrepare for a great camp trip by using a camping checklist for all your needs. Sun, 21 Aug 2011 19:23:04 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/making-music-fun-for-kids.htmlaa5987d918204df2045b0ad447c397e9End the battles over music practice by making music fun for kids. Tue, 9 Aug 2011 00:55:52 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/more-gross-than-great.html7a07f10645c1ff86585912cb700f6c16I think children may be more likely to come in contact with germs by putting their hands in the bowl, gloved or not, due to splashes and breathing fumes Tue, 2 Aug 2011 00:13:08 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/great.html960c2219e80dd8fb3fb8715711eb80f8I have always thought this way too ~ However, I find myself not finding the best way to scrub a dub...Especially here in Mexico, below the tropic of cancer, Tue, 2 Aug 2011 00:12:22 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/dirty-toilet.html4f4ab1a28a27cd41590c0c12b1f55c82You won't like this advice, but I have to tell you the most sanitary way to clean your dirty toilet. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:37:00 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/kids-write-thank-you.htmlb53d4c49d544ed619e443e437b8790ddWhen kids write thank you notes, they learn an important life skill and they learn to appreciate the gifts they receive. Tue, 28 Jun 2011 23:57:52 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/family-car-trip.html9534411f96e947f867155de689ff1aa5If you've done it before, you know that a family car trip is always a memorable family adventure. Follow these ten tips to make sure the memories are good ones. Wed, 25 May 2011 15:33:00 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/picky-eaters.html71d6640ef0af5719141bf28b50683278Are picky eaters at home causing work and stress for you? Here's what to do: Wed, 11 May 2011 18:49:01 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/family-closet.htmla80c1798a7fec5ead0ee8f19b961e9fcWhat on earth is a "family closet?" Read on...by keeping everyone's clothes and laundry in one space is efficient and opens up a ton of room! Sun, 17 Apr 2011 19:05:13 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/organized-mom-ezine.html647f65883ff7b214d52b63c100c00f78Subscribe to the Organized Mom E-Zine for monthly tips and strategies to help you (and your kids) get organized! Sun, 10 Apr 2011 21:25:00 -0400 http://www.choresandchecklists.com/stranger-danger.htmle48fdf299d5668bd7456a69f048bed3dEight suggestions to educate your children about stranger danger. Education and awareness can prevent kidnapping! Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:00:49 -0400