Chores 2 and 3 year olds can do
- Put toys back in the bin
- Put dirty clothes in the hamper
- Put books back on the shelf
- Help wipe up spills with a cloth
- Carry their cup or plate to the counter
- Help feed a pet, with you measuring the food
- Put shoes by the door
Tips for toddlers
- Keep it to 3 to 5 jobs. Short wins beat a long list.
- Do the job together at first. Helping is the goal, not doing it perfectly.
- Hang the chart low, where they can point at the pictures.
- Let them add a sticker or color the circle when a job is done.
- Pair jobs with things that already happen, like toys away before bath.
Ready for more? See the chore chart for ages 3 to 5 or the full chores by age list.