August -- the month of Back to School and fresh new routines
I know there are a million different ways people do chores, allowance, etc. so I thought I would share the system we're using. I tried the magnetic chore charts and it was just too much to keep up with.
So, I made this super simple system.
I bought blank index cards and clear magnetic holders on Amazon. I wrote out a bunch of different chores the kids are asked/expected to do around the house and inserted them into the plastic holders. We determined the kids will get $1 for each chore, so I stuck them in the pockets. The chores available at that time are stuck on the fridge, the ones that aren't I take down. If they choose to do a chore voluntarily, they get the money for it. If I have to ask/tell them to do a chore, they do the chore and receive no money. It's as easy as that. The kids know the system and how they can earn money if they wish. Win/win for this mama! :)
