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There's Actually A Really Good Reason You Should Get Your Kids Helping Around The House

One 75-year study from Harvard found that children who are encouraged to do chores around the house are more likely to be happier as adults, have more empathy towards others, and be more successful in ... read more

Teaching kids to spot ‘weaponized incompetence’ before it becomes a habit

A longitudinal U.S. study by Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics found that children who regularly performed chores scored higher in academic ability, peer relationships, and life ... read more

Chores vs. Expectations: Helping children understand their role at home

As families prepare for a new school year, child development expert Kendra Morgan is encouraging parents to teach the difference between everyday expectations and chores—and how that distinction can ... read more

Empowering Your Child: 5 Child-Friendly Chores and Responsibilities

As your child continues to grow, at some point, you'll have to start introducing them to the world of responsibilities. You may think they're too young to learn, but doing so is actually an important ... read more

Should kids have chores and should they get paid for them?

A psychologist says chores help teach kids responsibility and time management Age-appropriate tasks like cleaning up or mowing the lawn can build life skills Paying kids for chores is a personal ... read more

Strength in the sunshine: Help kids grow resilient this summer | Opinion

For parents and their children, summer is not only a break from the school year, but a sacred opportunity. The structure of daily classes gives way to looser schedules. Mornings slow down. Homework ... read more

'Genius' laundry hack or 'child labor?' Why one video sparked a fierce debate.

A cute Instagram video featuring a toddler folding clothes turned into an unexpected, heated debate. The short reel shows users how to cut up and tape together cardboard pieces to create a little ... read more

Strength in the sunshine: Help kids grow resilient this summer | Opinion

Summer offers children unique opportunities to develop resilience through facing challenges and learning from them. Parents can foster resilience by allowing children to struggle, validating their ... read more