Give yourself a pat on the back if you assign your kids chores. It's an important way kids learn responsibility. Children as young as two can help out around the house. Here are a few pointers for making the process easier on everybody. Have a plan.
Kids thrive on routine.
It's best if they have routine chores that they do at regular times. For instance, clearing the table is always done right after eating. Trash is taken out immediately after kitchen clean up. Bed is made right after dressing. The more you develop these routines, the less reminding you will have to do.