What in the world were we thinking calling it a chore chart?
Despite the fact that we have typical Mars-Venus-type conversations, my husband and I are both die-hard optimists and made an executive decision to rename “the chore chart”. It is now known as: “The Reward Board”. Our thinking is based on the belief that enthusiasm is contagious. Focusing on the results or the goals should always be kept front and center in anyone’s mind—especially a child’s. While creating a Reward Board we had a clear, pure purpose. We wanted our boys to understand that there is a direct correlation between hard work and rewards. “The harder you work the luckier you get” is something we chant daily. Rewarding Children Can Be Rewarding for Parents It is gratifying knowing that children can spend a few minutes a day with a parent and learn something. Teaching these chores can be rewarding for the children and the parents; eventually children won’t need help. They will be able to perform the tasks on their own. In addition, they will gain confidence and boost their self
