9 Ways to Keep Your Kids on Task With Their Chores

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If your kids have regular household responsibilities, then you've already conquered half the battle. Now holding them accountable for those responsibilities is the next step. Keep your tots on task with a clever chore chart that turns even the most mundane of tasks into a game. We've found nine unique ways — from a smartphone app to a DIY reward system — to keep your family functioning efficiently.

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magnetic Responsibility Chart

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magnetic Responsibility Chart

Melissa & Doug's Magnetic Responsibility Chart ($20) includes 90 magnets that correspond with both behaviors and rewards. The set also includes a dry-erase board, so Mom can add her own reminders or words of encouragement.

Jar of Chores

Jar of Chores

Turn chore time into a fun-for-all game with Embellish's free printable color-coded chore sticks. Just print them out, adhere to popsicle sticks, and let your kids pick their day's task!

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Cupcake Reward Chart

Cupcake Reward Chart

Etsy seller Jennifer Amie Designs suggests framing one of her customized charts ($4) and writing on the glass pane with a dry-erase marker.

Look-Alike Chore Chart

Look-Alike Chore Chart

Olliegraphics' sweet look-alike chore charts ($10) allow you to personalize a cartoon character to look just like your child — right down to her facial expression.

Chevron Chore Chart

Chevron Chore Chart

An on-trend chevron chore chart ($5) adds style and personality to documenting your kiddo's productivity.

Cucumber Lime Magnet Board

Cucumber Lime Magnet Board

Cucumber Lime's magnetic chore management system ($14) features fun illustrated wooden tiles to chart progress.

DIY Chore Reward System

DIY Chore Reward System

Follow The Winthrop Chronicles's tutorial for creating a completely DIY pebble-based chore reward system. It not only gets the job done, but also looks great doing it!

iRewardChart App

iRewardChart App

For the digitally savvy parent who prefers to keep life organized on a smartphone, iRewardChart ($4) keeps your kids' chores (and rewards!) close at hand.

Fisherkids Responsibility Station

Fisherkids Responsibility Station

Fisherkids' comprehensive kit ($48) includes everything you need to keep little ones on task.