Chores for 7-9 years

Complete guide to age-appropriate chores for this developmental stage

Age Range

7-9 years

UK Average Pocket Money

£4.00

per week

Suitable Chores

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Developmental Overview

At 7-9 years, children develop increased independence and responsibility. They can remember multi-step tasks and work with minimal supervision for appropriate chores. This is an excellent age to introduce more complex household tasks.

Safety Note:

Moderate supervision. Can use simple appliances like vacuum cleaners with instruction. Still avoid sharp knives and high-heat cooking.

All Suitable Chores (17)

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🧸Personal Care(4 chores)

Put toys away

easy

Put toys back in their boxes or on shelves

Ages 3-18£0.25

Put dirty clothes in hamper

easy

Place used clothes in the laundry basket

Ages 3-18£0.25

Make bed

easy

Straighten sheets and arrange pillows

Ages 5-18£0.50

Fold own laundry

medium

Fold and put away own clothes

Ages 7-18£1.50

🏠Household(11 chores)

Help set the table

easy

Place napkins or unbreakable items on table

Ages 3-10£0.50

Dust low surfaces

easy

Wipe down low tables with a duster

Ages 4-18£0.50

Clear the table

easy

Remove dishes after meals

Ages 5-18£0.75

Water indoor plants

easy

Give houseplants water

Ages 5-18£0.50

Sort recycling

easy

Put items in correct recycling bins

Ages 5-18£0.50

Vacuum own room

medium

Use vacuum cleaner in bedroom

Ages 7-18£1.50

Load dishwasher

medium

Place dirty dishes in dishwasher properly

Ages 7-18£1.00

Unload dishwasher

medium

Put clean dishes away

Ages 7-18£1.00

Sweep floor

medium

Sweep kitchen or other hard floors

Ages 7-18£1.00

Take out rubbish

medium

Empty indoor bins to outdoor wheelie bin

Ages 7-18£1.00

Wipe kitchen counters

medium

Clean kitchen surfaces with cloth

Ages 7-18£1.00

🐕Pet Care(2 chores)

Fill pet's water bowl

easy

Make sure pet has fresh water

Ages 3-18£0.50

Feed pet

easy

Measure and give pet food

Ages 5-18£0.75

Pocket Money Guidance

The UK average pocket money for this age group is £4.00 per week, but the right amount depends on your family circumstances and what you expect the pocket money to cover.

Considerations for This Age:

Can start learning to save for specific goals
Understand simple budgeting concepts
May want money for activities with friends

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