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[quote=Anonymous]Hang up a calendar with the weeks’ agenda and fill it out with her on Sundays. That way she knows what is coming, can ask questions and you guys can make plans for anything extra. It also allows you to really hear her thoughts about what goes on and gives her the chance to ask for extra mom time, if she needs it.

So many chores for this age:

Have her select and set aside her outfits for each day
Set the table for the morning
Pack her lunch for the morning 
Put away dishes
Help with laundry
Cleaning out the fridge
Vacuum

Some chores can just be her own contribution and others can be tied to a game or activity (at home) that she picks. Another option is a weekly chore chart leading up to earning screen time or a larger activity.

Growing up, daring to utter I’m bored meant an immediate offering of a chore or option to go find something to do independently. If she manages school without an aide she is more than capable of understanding you are not a party clown and that she needs to occupy herself, or join you in household tasks. 
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