what age should you begin teaching your child how to cook and clean?

Answer 1

You should start as soon as they start walking, that way it will come as a new habit to them, and if you start them out young it will stay with them for the rest of their life.

Answer 2

My grandmother started teaching me small stuff when I showed an interest in it. However, if your child is clearly resistant, then don't force it- they will resist harder and it will be a disaster- like my mom's cooking. If your child is showing interest then show him or her some simple stuff, they will be happy to be trying something different and excited to help you and feel like they are doing something important. Start with something on their level so it isn't too intimidating, like stirring, or adding ingredients.

Cleaning is another story, you should start showing your child how to pu t things away as soon as they can understand your directions. That way, you can make it a habit without it becoming a necessary evil. It will also prevent the extreme junkiness that can result from not showing them. As for dishes, sweeping, etc. younger kids usually like it so you should get them started ASAP and introduce things like chemicals slowly. For instance, start with drying dishes, then work up to windexing, vacuumming, wiping down surfaces, etc....It's best to incorporate cleaning into daily life so they are not junky by nature.

Hope this helps......

Answer 3

Basically as soon as you feel their ready. Let them watch you cook from an early age, around 3. Bear in mind safety is most important! Then try giving them simple tasks and see how they get along. Every child should help a bit with cooking and cleaning as long as tehy're old enough.

Answer 4

I started cleaning and cooking in the eigth grade. Mom was in the hospital for about a month, dad worked intil 5:00 PM and my older brother had football practice. I've been cooking ever since the. I'm 59 years old now.

Answer 5

as soon as they can walk, they can bring their cup to you to put in the sink and other small tasks such as picking up etc., when cleaning let them "help" by gifting them a dust cloth. As far as cooking, you can wash their hands well and have them tear lettuce, cut fruit (like bananas for cereal or fruit salad) with a plastic knife, place cheese on crackers, etc at a fairly young age of 4-5. Just be sure to always supervise. Start them young, so it will be a normal part of being part of contributing towards the family. Once they are older, it's harder to get them to do it.

Answer 6

It's not a black and white thing, it starts slowly, removing his plates from the table, assisting parents on cooking etc etc

There is no "proper" age to start teaching, there are so many variance that it depends on each situation as seen fit

Answer 7

I started teaching my daughter little basic stuff at the age of 10, she is now about to turn 13 and can use the stove, oven, etc. Really it's all about what you personally trust your child doing. Good Luck.

Answer 8

i started giving mine chores when they were around 3 or 4, simple things like helping to pick up their toys. Most kids love to help in the kitchen. Let them get involved early, and share some quality time with you. Cleaning is also a good way to develop character responsibility.

Answer 9

As soon as a child starts moving around by himself and understanding language you can begin asking them to put their toys up. That is a big first step. So around 14-16 months.

Answer 10

8 or 9 is good. they need to know at an early age about cleaning. So they can be in the habbit of cleaning after themselves.

Answer 11

You could start them participating in fun activities related to the kitchen and cleaning when they are as young as 2. You start may be with getting them to pick the sandwuch filling or giving them a little cloth and ask them to dust their toys. Always keep it fun and a quality time together. It's a chance to build their personality and your relationship together. Good luck and have fun!