Kids need that feeling, too. Three years later, when Dad thinks Madison is ready to learn to sweep, Madison balks. God built into our kids sensitive periods for learning. Sure, children can learn to do these things later, but the learning won't be as filled with joy as it would have been when they were eager to learn. While we all want is children with hearts to serve, in the real world adults are rewarded or paid for our work.
Incentives fill in the gap, keeping kids motivated to complete tasks.
They receive a tangible return for their work even as they experience the feeling of accomplishment. Luis and Linda offer each of their four children a weekly base allowance based on age and responsibility level. You need to clean your room before you go out to play. The idea is that we do our work, then we reward ourselves. Mom may think it unlikely that a two and a half year old could peel carrots.