"You were called to be free.
But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature,
Rather, serve one another in love."
~Galatians 5:13
A while back...we posted this list on our kitchen wall because we want our kiddos to learn to look for ways to help around the house...not to always be told or asked.
The list at least gives them a starting place when they want to be helpful.
And it is so encouraging when that actually happens.
This list of questions also has helped them notice the many small, but ongoing, tasks that need to happen on a regular basis.
Looking for opportunities to serve around the house?
Check out the following suggestions:
1. Are there dishes in the sink that need to go into the dishwasher?
2. Are there any toys out that need to be put away?
3. Does the "stair-basket" need to be emptied?
4. Are there globs of toothpaste on the bathroom counter or floor?
5. Does the carpet need to be vacuumed?
6. Any beds that need to be made?
7. Does the garbage need to be taken out (Tuesday night)?
8. Do any laundry baskets need to be delivered to rooms?
9. How are the bookshelves? Books sticking out? A mess?
10. Are there piles of shoes in the garage that need to go in the shoe bins?
12.Are there any jackets on the garage floor that need to put on hangers?
13. Is the art area a mess? Pens, pencils, paper put away?
14. Does mom need help folding laundry?
15. Do the school desks need to be wiped down?
16. Are any of the bathroom trashcans overflowing? Do they need to be emptied?
17. Do the pencil sharpeners need to be emptied?
18. Is the area under Lydia's high chair a mess? Does the floor need to be wiped?
19. Does the car need to be cleaned out? Are there items in the car that need to come inside?
20. Does mom need help bringing in groceries?
21. How can I help dad outside?
22. Does the entry need to be vacuumed and wiped up after guests leave?
21. Do chairs need to be set out or put away for company?
22. Do I see any areas that really need dusting?
23. Is the entry catch-all drawer a mess? Could I organize it?
24. Do the toy bins need organizing or sorting through?
25. If my brother or sister is asking for help, how can I be helpful?
26. Do the cupboard faces or baseboards need to be wiped down?
27. Do the bathroom mirrors need to be cleaned?
28. Is there any recycling that needs to be broken down?
29. Does the garage playroom need to be vacuumed?
30. Do any light bulbs need to be changed?
