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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Boys are 7 and 10.  Their normal chores are:

- making their beds
- setting & clearing the table
- taking the trash out weekly
- watering the plants
- keeping their rooms tidy

Here is what they earn for outside the norm chores.

Declutter & Organize a Closet – $10
Sort clothes, toys, or household items into keep/donate/trash piles.

Deep Clean Kitchen Cabinets & Drawers – $3 / cabinet
Wipe inside and organize neatly.

Clean Out & Organize the Refrigerator – $10
Remove old food, wipe shelves, and organize.

Pantry Organization – $5
Check expiration dates, group similar items, and wipe down shelves.

Clean & Organize Bookshelves or Game Shelves – $5 / bookshelf / game cabinets
Dust and arrange books/games neatly.

Wipe Baseboards, Light Switches, and Door Handles – $10 / hr
Use a mild cleaner and cloth.

Wipe Down Walls & Doors – $10 / hr
Remove fingerprints, marks, and dust buildup.

Plan & Prepare a Simple Meal for the Family – $10
Pick a recipe, prep, and cook.

Prepare School Lunches for the Day – $2.50 / lunch
Portion snacks and meals in advance.

Fold & Put Away Laundry for the Whole Family – $3 / load
Not just his own!

Wash Windows (Inside & Out) – $2 / window
Use a spray bottle and microfiber cloth.

Wash the Car – $5 (with help)
Rinse, soap, scrub, and dry.

Clean & Organize the Garage – $10
Sweep, organize tools, declutter shelves.

Sweep & Tidy the Porch – $5
Remove leaves and dirt. Spray down. Remove trash.

Gardening with Mom –  $10 / hr
Plant as needed. Pull weeds.  Trim plants.
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This is great - thank you!  My parents used to pay me to mow the lawn, rake leaves, plant bulbs, wash cars etc.  I jumped on every opportunity for it because I loved buying clothes and my parents also had me pay for part of my expensive sport equipment and accessories. My sister rarely did extra bc she didn't have things she wanted more money for.  We live in an urban area so all the big jobs I got paid for aren't options for my kids....your list is super helpful[/quote]

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