We have been needing some chore organizationaround here and after some brainstorming I came up with using chore blocks or dice!
We have one block for our Monday cleaning day. Each boy gets to roll to see which chore he helps me with that day. They can mop, wipe down the table, clean the mirror, vacuum their own room {keep in mind that they are five and 1 1/2 – which is also why I made sure there was a picture on each side so they could understand}.
Then we have one for every night where they can set the table, clear the table, help with dishes, etc. There are also spaces for “roll again,” “your choice,” and “free pass.” Everyone rolls it so it is fair to everyone (wink) and there is an element of fun to see what they will get each time. It has been a week since we started using them and so far so good.
In case you were wondering… the third block is for when we have family prayer and scripture study at night. We roll to see who will be in charge of each thing. It is great for deciding pretty much everything else too!
I know these look a little rough around the edges. I don’t have a vinyl cutter. I am sure you could do this much cuter that way, but if you want to know how I did this for just a few cents read on.
Get blocks cut at home depot from scrap wood. If you ask nicely, some locations cut free. You can usually find some scrap wood at the front of the store by the contractor’s doors. This is why this cost me a few cents. I paid 54 cents for the wood, had it cut for free and also have some wood leftover for something else. {The paint and modpodge I already had on hand}
Then sand, sand, sand all the blocks.
Now you are ready to start making the chore dice:
6. Sand the blocks again if you want a distressed look {or need to have a distressed look because you messed up a little like me! ;)} Mod podge all surfaces once, let it dry, and then apply one more time.
Then roll away…
Well if that isn't the cleverest thing…. Super idea girl!
bookmarking for when my kids get older!!!
What a fun idea! Kids love to roll dice and the element of surprise can even make chores seem more fun!! Love it!
~Alison
I love this idea so clever. Too bad I have no one to used it on just yet:( my 2.5 year old twins have non verbal chores like clean up after themselves.
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Awesome, creative idea that I'd never heard of before. Love it!
Bill
This is such a great idea. I just found this on Pinterest and I'm so glad I did. I'm going to make this. I also have a 5 year old and a 1 1/2 year old. The 5 year old is going to love it. The 1 year old is going to try and eat it. Everyone wins!
I am absolutely doing this! I love it and have been looking for an idea like this but this is SO MUCH BETTER then what was in my head. 🙂
This is such a great idea! Thank you for sharing your creative ideas! I can't wait to use it when my little girl gets old enough!
I great Idea. I love your post on Chore dice. i am going to post it on my blog. Thanks
Nick
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I saw this in a parenting magazine and have done this before. I really love your verion and am sharing this on my FB.
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This is a fab, fab idea. I wanted to let you know that this post was my pin of the day on G+. I used your image (hopefully) according to your Terms of Use, but will remove it if you are unhappy with that. Here is the link to see it: https://plus.google.com/u/0/110425807057294768717/posts/ikusZ99wbPB
What a great idea – I have reluctant helper – this will hopefully add some 'zing' to our chores – thank you so much for sharing.
Bonnie
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