To save money, pack a cooler with some chips, soda pop, and sandwiches. Give the Kids Chores If your kids still come to you whining that they are bored, set them to work. Although it is a great idea to have set chores, giving a child duties on the spur of the moment will also help them learn responsibility. Plus, it will lend a helping hand to Mom and Dad too. Many children between the ages of five and eleven can and will enjoy helping Mom and Dad.
Many little ones love to sweep, dust, and do the dishes.
Of course, supervision is a good idea with a younger child. Believe me, this love of cleaning stops around the age of twelve, so enjoy it while you can. Many young children enjoy folding the laundry. It helps to make chores fun. You might try playing music while cleaning, and sometimes even singing while doing the dishes, dusting or folding the laundry.