Helper of the Day — I Can Do It Myself!
Child takes on a real household task independently: setting the table, sorting laundry by colour, or watering plants. The agent guides the parent to observe task completion, multi-step instruction following, and sense of responsibility. Builds practical life skills, executive function, and the confidence that comes from contributing meaningfully to the household.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Choose one task: (A) Setting the table — have plates, cups, utensils, and napkins accessible at child height. (B) Laundry sorting — have a mixed basket of lights and darks ready, with two empty containers to sort into. (C) Plant watering — have a small watering can filled and plants identified. Whichever task, ensure materials are safe and accessible without climbing.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneFollows ordered multi-step directionsMind· 4y–5.6y· core
- MilestoneFollows instructions with several steps or actionsMind· 3.3y–4y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneHandles varied tools with controlBody· 3.3y–5y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneFollows detailed directions with remindersMind· 4.5y–5y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneSorts Objects by AttributeMind· 2.3y–3.2y· stretch
- MilestoneShows care and concern for living things and the environment.Heart· 2.5y–4.2y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneIdentifies coloursMind· 2.5y–4y· stretch· Step 2