Here’s a neat find…the Chore Chart from ExcelRainMan.com. A unique website which allows users to submit spreadsheet related questions and requests for jobs large and small, some pre-designed templates are available for download. One of those spreadsheets is called the “Chore Chart,” an Excel spreadsheet for keeping track of chores which can be customized for your child’s age, the month/year of the chores, and specific chores. Once you download the chart for a small $5 fee and customize it for your family, just print it out, get some stickers to track the progress, and you’re off! We all know kids must start young with taking responsibility even for small chores. For instance, my 3 year old “folds the laundry” with me, and though she typically does more unfolding than folding, she understand the basic principle of helping out. A chore chart is a handy way to visually depict chores, progress and rewards, and this little app is a perfect companion for keeping track. ExcelRainMan.com also offers apps like the KiddoCalendar and BudgetBuster…definitely worth checking out!
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