DealDash Summer Chore Charts That Actually Work

The best time to establish a summer chore chart is at the beginning. Let the kids know what to expect this summer with a chore chart.

Once school’s out and summer officially begins, so does the chaos of everyone being home constantly. With all that extra time, energy, and mess, it’s the perfect opportunity to help kids take more responsibility around the house. But let’s be honest: getting kids excited about chores can feel like trying to serve broccoli for dessert. That’s where a smart, simple summer chore chart from DealDash comes in.

Make it Visual and Fun

Kids respond so much better to visuals, especially when they can track their progress. Instead of just telling them what needs to be done, try creating a chart with their name, the days of the week, and a few age-appropriate tasks. Use stickers or even magnets to make it more fun. Younger kids might enjoy coloring in a square when they finish a task, while older ones might prefer earning points toward a fun weekend activity or a small reward. A colorful chart taped to the fridge or pinned on a corkboard makes responsibilities easy to remember. Plus, it gives them a sense of pride to see their completed tasks piling up.

Keep It Age-Appropriate and Balanced

Summer break isn’t meant to feel like a bootcamp. The goal is to keep kids involved in the household while still allowing for plenty of fun and relaxation. For younger children, think simple: feeding the pet, putting away toys, helping to set the table. Older kids can handle bigger jobs like vacuuming, folding laundry, or cleaning up after dinner. Check out this post from the Child Development Institute for examples of children’s ages and the chores they can typically complete.

Make sure the workload feels fair and balanced. Try to rotate tasks each week so no one gets stuck doing dishes for the entire summer. If you have multiple children, consider a shared chart with color-coded sections to keep things organized and sibling squabbles to a minimum.

Let DealDash Add a Little Motivation

Finally, even the most well-designed chart benefits from a little incentive. You don’t have to go big. Sometimes an end-of-week trip to get ice cream, extra screen time on the weekend, or choosing a family movie is enough to keep kids motivated. Older kids might enjoy earning a few dollars for special jobs like organizing the garage or washing the car.

Another fun idea is to let kids help design their own chart and choose a few “bonus” tasks that earn extra rewards. When they feel like they have a say in the system, they’re more likely to stick with it. This is where DealDash can come in with rewards for kids of all ages. Younger kids would love to get a stuffed animal from DealDash as a reward for a job well-done. Older kids would enjoy picking something from the Hobbies, Toys, Outdoors, and Games category. Also, there are tons of other great gift ideas just waiting to be discovered such as Bluetooth speakers, label printers, and backpacks.

Thanks for Reading

You’re not looking for a perfectly clean house this summer. You’re just aiming for a little more teamwork and a lot less stress and bickering. With a chore chart that’s simple, visual, and built around your family, you’ll encourage responsibility while still keeping summer light and fun. And hey, by the time August rolls around, you might even have a few independent helpers who know how to tidy a room without being asked twice. Thanks so much for reading, and happy bidding everyone!

This sponsored DealDash blog article was written by Dawn E, a mother of 3 who loves DealDash. Dawn was compensated for writing this article. Check out Dawn and her cats on Instagram! This blog is written by real DealDash customers. The opinions and advice shared here represent our customers’ views and not those of the company.