Ages 3-4: Toddlers and Preschoolers Chore Checklist

Getting kids to participate in chores can already feel like an uphill battle—between distractions, resistance, and varying maturity levels, it’s no small task. That’s why setting realistic expectations and offering attainable goals is key. When the tasks are clear, age-appropriate, and achievable, kids are more likely to feel capable and motivated to pitch in. Looking for an entire system overhaul? Try this checklist in tandem with Cozi Chores.

These ideas are age-appropriate for toddlers and preschoolers who don’t yet have refined motor skills and are only able to grasp instructions in short sequences.


Ages 3–4: Toddlers and Preschoolers Chore Checklist

  • AGES 3–4 YEARS
  • Put toys back in bins
  • Place books on a shelf
  • Put dirty clothes in hamper
  • Dust with socks or a small cloth
  • Help feed pets with assistance
  • Match socks during laundry folding
  • Wipe spills (with supervision)
  • Carry own backpack or lunchbox

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