A list of age appropriate chores for 7 year olds with free printable chore chart templates
Chore List for 7 Year Old
What are appropriate chores for a 7 year old?
The following list includes chores for seven-year-olds but it is important to recognize that each child develops at a different pace and it is only meant to help you understand which chores are typical for 7 year olds. However, not all kids will be capable of doing all of these chores. If not, adapt the chore list accordingly.
Personal Responsibilities
- Make their bed daily.
- Keep their room tidy (e.g., pick up toys, organize books, and put away clothes).
- Lay out clothes for the next day.
- Brush their teeth and hair without reminders.
Household Chores
Bedroom and Living Areas
- Dust furniture.
- Vacuum or sweep small areas with a lightweight vacuum or broom.
- Help organize bookshelves or toy shelves.
- Wipe down surfaces with a damp cloth.
Kitchen
- Clear their plate after meals and put it in the sink or dishwasher.
- Help set the table.
- Help unload lightweight items from the dishwasher (e.g., utensils, plastic cups).
- Wipe down kitchen counters and the table after meals.
- Assist in packing their school lunch or snacks.
Laundry
- Sort dirty laundry into whites, colors, and darks.
- Fold small, easy-to-handle clothes (e.g., socks, towels).
- Put away their clean clothes in drawers.
Bathroom
- Wipe down the sink after use.
- Replace toilet paper rolls.
- Help organize toiletries (e.g., toothbrushes, soap).
- Empty small trash bins.
Outdoor Chores
- Water plants with a small watering can.
- Pick up sticks or other debris from the yard.
- Sweep porches or patios with a child-sized broom.
- Help gather trash for garbage day.
Pet Care (If applicable)
- Feed pets with pre-measured portions.
- Refill water bowls.
- Help clean up pet toys.
- Brush pets with supervision.
Learning Opportunities
- Help with simple meal prep (e.g., mix ingredients, spread butter on bread, or help make sandwiches).
- Learn to measure ingredients for baking or cooking.
- Practice writing a grocery list or reading one aloud while shopping.
Tips for Success
- Make it Fun: Turn tasks into games or use timers to make chores feel like a challenge.
- Praise Efforts: Acknowledge their contribution to the household to boost confidence and motivation.
- Be Patient: Allow for mistakes and focus on progress rather than perfection.
- Use Visual Aids: Chore charts or stickers can help them stay on track and feel a sense of accomplishment.
Jobs for 7 Year Olds
While a 7-year-old is too young for formal employment, introducing paid jobs at home or in the neighborhood can help them learn about responsibility, the value of money, and basic financial management. These tasks should be simple, age-appropriate, and enjoyable.
Household Paid Jobs
Extra Cleaning Tasks
Paid opportunities could include:
- Dusting hard-to-reach areas (e.g., baseboards, window sills).
- Polishing furniture or door handles.
- Cleaning out and organizing specific drawers or closets.
Helping with Yard Work
- Raking leaves into piles.
- Pulling weeds from garden beds.
- Sweeping walkways or patios.
- Collecting pinecones or other debris.
Laundry Assistance
- Folding larger family items (e.g., towels, blankets).
- Matching socks for everyone in the household.
Neighborhood Paid Jobs
Pet Helper
- Walking small, gentle dogs with supervision.
- Cleaning up pet toys for neighbors.
- Helping with pet feeding or filling water bowls for families who are away.
Plant Care
- Watering plants or gardens for neighbors.
- Sweeping leaves or maintaining flower beds.
Simple Errands
- Delivering small items to nearby neighbors (e.g., holiday cards, baked goods).
- Collecting mail or packages for a neighbor on vacation.
Creative Paid Jobs
Art and Crafts for Sale
- Creating simple crafts (e.g., friendship bracelets, painted rocks, or handmade cards) and selling them to family members or at local events.
Lemonade Stand or Snack Sales
- Setting up a small stand (with adult supervision) to sell lemonade, baked goods, or snacks to passersby.
Helping with Younger Kids
- Acting as a “mother’s helper” to entertain younger children while the parent is nearby.
Guidelines for Paid Jobs
Age-Appropriate Limits: Tasks should be safe, manageable, and suited to their abilities.
Supervision Required: Always supervise jobs, especially when working outside the home or with neighbors.
Teach Financial Skills: Help them save a portion of their earnings, spend wisely, or donate to a cause they care about.
Fair Compensation: Pay should reflect effort and be simple, such as $1–$5 per task, depending on the job.
Chore Chart for 7 Year Old
Each child develops at a different pace. Some kids might not be ready for some of these chores. If not, don’t push them. Check out our list of age-appropriate chores to find daily chores for kids that are more relevant.
How to Make a Chore Chart
1. Open the chore chart app by clicking on the button above.
2. Select any border. This is only a sample of the borders available and there are many more options.
3. Select any chore chart layout. There are weekly and daily chore chart templates. The weekly chore list templates start from either a Sunday or a Monday. Some of the children’s chore charts track an allowance and some offer paid chores. Some have options for multiple children if you want to include siblings. Choose the chore list layout that works best for you.
4. Edit the text.
5. Add clipart if you wish.
6. Download your printable chore chart. You can download it as an image or a PDF document.
Here are some sample chore charts made with the app. These are only samples and the possibilities are endless.
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Sample Chore Charts
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