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Your parents have to deal with mountains of housework so that everything inside and out is neat and clean, and have to work hard to take care of you. If you want to repay your parents at least a little, you should find a way to take care of the housework. Give a helping hand by keeping the house clean and doing some housework for your parents. Even at a young age, you can still do a lot to relax your parents, and your home is always tidy and cozy.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Clean up a private room

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   Throw away garbage. Sometimes because you are lazy, you just leave garbage or unnecessary things piled up in the room. Go around the room with trash bags and pick up all the things to discard.
   • A small trash can in the room is very helpful when you need to throw something away. Be sure to take your trash out when the trash is full.
   • This not only helps to prevent clutter, but also prevents pests and insects attracted to trash. Garbage also smells in the room, so removing it will help your room smell better.

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   Clean everything in the room. You can use an old rag or cloth to wipe dust off the furniture. You will probably see a lot of dust in places like nightstands, cabinets, and desks.

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   make the bed. Clean everything on the bed, except the sheets and blankets. Tuck the sheets under the corners of the bed so it is square. Lay the blanket on the bed and smooth it flat, then fold the edge of the blanket on the headboard. Done, you can put back the pillow or the things you want to put on the bed.
   • It's best to make your bed every morning when you wake up to remember to do it right away. Furthermore, this also means your bed will be neat all day long, unless you sleep in bed.
   • Sheets usually need to be washed every two weeks, so make sure to strip them off every time your parents tell you to keep your sheets clean.

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   Arrange your clothes. You should arrange your clothes neatly so that they are always straight when they are put on, in addition to being easy to find. If there are clothes littered all over the room, sort the clothes clean and dirty. This step will help you decide what to do next with the piles of clothes.
   • For clean clothes, hang them in the closet or fold them and store them in the closet drawers.
   • For dirty clothes, collect them and bring them to the laundry room. If your parents allow it, you can wash the clothes yourself, but check first. Once the clothes are clean, fold them and store them in a suitable place in the room.

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   Clean books and toys. If your room is full of books and toys, pick them up and find somewhere to keep them. If you leave them lying on the floor, it can be difficult to walk in the room without stepping on something, and you could injure or damage the toy, or both.
   • Don't just pile everything in the closet, as doing so means moving the mess from one place to another in the room. You will need a shelf or box to store your items before you start sorting them. If you don't have enough room for all your belongings, ask your parents for something to keep, or consider getting rid of items you no longer use ..
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Method 2 of 3: Help parents with housework

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   Ask if people need help. People don't always ask you for help, including your parents and siblings. So, you should pay attention to whether people need help. For example, if you see him coming home from groceries, ask him if he needs you to carry things inside. Or while she is cooking, ask her if she needs you to help prepare dinner.
   • People may say they don't need your help, and that's fine. It is important that you ask questions, and your loved ones will appreciate it.

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   Dining table. Be sure to have enough dishes, cups, and utensils available for meals. You can also learn ways to set the table or fold a napkin to make the table look more beautiful and new.
   • When the whole family is finished eating, you can also lend your parents a hand by cleaning the table. Place dishes and tableware in the sink or dishwasher to wash them.

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   To wash dishes. After everyone is finished eating, you need to wash the dishes and put them away. Nobody likes to wash dishes, so it would be great if you could help them with the dishes after how much effort your parents put into cooking.
   • Start by brushing off any leftovers on the dishes to make them easier to wash. Make sure to use warm water and soap to clean all dishes, cups, utensils and pots and pans.
   • Be sure to remove any food scraps from the sink when you are done washing dishes to prevent the drain from clogging.
   • Remove the dishes from the dishwasher. If you have a dishwasher, remove the dishes from the machine after you have finished washing it. Wait a few minutes for the dishes to cool, as the dishes may still be hot after washing. You should be careful not to burn.
   • Be careful when handling sharp objects such as knives or forks. You could get hurt if you're not careful. Remember to hold the handle of the knife and the handle of the object and pay close attention each time you reach for something.

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   Sweep the floor. Dust, food crumbs, and other items that fall on the floor can attract insects. Help your parents to sweep the trash, collect the trash in the shovel and take it out. Cleaning floors after eating is very important, both in the dining area and in the cooking area.
   • If you are already relatively large and your parents allow it, you can vacuum to clean the floor more thoroughly.

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   Take out the trash. Take out the garbage bag and put it in the trash outside for cleaning staff to collect the trash. This task is quite simple, even small children can do. If you find your trash is about to fill up, especially your kitchen or bathroom trash, take your trash out and put a new garbage bag in the trash.

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   Get mail and newspaper. These items are usually shipped once a day, except on Sundays. You just need to walk a few steps out of the mailbox and collect all the things received for the day.
   • Don't hide bad news or bad news. You won't have a chance to stop your parents from discovering such things.

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   Where to move to move there. If you make a mess or when you practice cooking or working on a project, clean yourself up with anything like trash, food chips, spilled liquids, or dirty dishes. Tidying up on your own displays is a very effective way to show your parents that you are mature and responsible.
   • There are many things that make a mess in the house. Piles of books, papers, clothes, toys and dishes can appear at any time. You will be of great help to your parents while cleaning those things up.

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   Ask your parent to assign you daily tasks. There are many things to do at home, including things you may not think about. Taking on daily tasks is a great way to help out your parents. This is also easier for your parents because they don't have to remember to tell you to do this or that.
   • Performing your daily duties is also beneficial for you, because it will help you become more responsible and know what to do when you grow up and no longer live with your parents.
   • You can ask your parent to give you the tasks you want to do. Maybe it's things you know you'll do well, or things you want to practice doing better. When you talk to your parents, you can decide to make a to-do list or take turns with your siblings.
   • Create a to-do chart. This is a great way for people to remember your assignments. The chart will describe what you do and how often. For example, table setting is usually done on a daily basis, but garbage collection may only need to be done once a week. Get creative when drawing charts, create fun designs, and mark things up as done, just make sure the chart is reasonable for the user.
   • Remember that it is not always possible to divide tasks fairly. If your children are too young, you will have to shoulder the work until they are older. It is important that you do not complain, and do what you need to do.
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Method 3 of 3: Take care of a pet

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   Feed your pet. Your pet needs to eat and drink every day just like you do, so be sure to include your pet's meals on your chore schedule. You also have to know what foods to feed them, how much they should be, and when to feed them.
   • You should only give pets their food, do not give human food scraps or treats.
   • Don't forget to provide clean water for your pet. If you find the water bowl is not empty yet but it looks dirty, rinse the bowl and pour another water to let them drink.
   • You need to talk with the whole family so that everyone knows who will feed your pet and when. Don't let them overeat or starve them.

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   Clean the pet's accommodation. If your pets live in a barn or aquarium, you need to clean their accommodation regularly. Change the newspaper lining the bottom of birdcages, rodents and reptiles, change the reptile's heating bulbs, and clean the aquarium water to give your pets a comfortable place to live.
   • Be sure to clean the pet's toilet regularly, whether it's a corner of the cage or sandbox.

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   Play with your pet. Pets are also a member of the family, and you should spend time playing with them. This is especially important for active animals like dogs and smaller animals like mice or hamsters.
   • Even cats sometimes want to play with people. From time to time, cuddle your cat or let her lie curled up in her lap.
   • Remember to keep an eye on pets, especially small animals. You don't want the gerbil and your lizard to escape.
   • Be kind and friendly with pets. If you are rough or aggressive, they will not like it and will also become aggressive with you, meaning they may bite or scratch, or they will be scared and not want to play with you.

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   Take your pet for a walk. This is also a great way to train with your pet and give your parents one less. You need leashes or devices to keep your pet from running away or getting in trouble.
   • If you have a dog or pet that needs an outside toilet, be sure to bring a plastic bag to remove the dog feces and throw it away.

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   Bathing and grooming your pet. Furry animals will need to be groomed. Brush your pet every day to remove hair loss and give your pet a clean and beautiful appearance.
   • When grooming your pet, be sure to check for fleas and ticks as well as anything that has stuck to the fur. If you see ticks, you can try to pull away or ask your parents for help. Be sure to let your parents know that you have found the tick so they can call the veterinarian if needed.
   • You can also bathe your dog or cat. This task can be quite tricky as they may not want to bathe or like splashing. Make sure your parents know you want to bathe them. Do not bathe your pet too much. Bathing dogs once a month and cats every few months is sufficient.
   • For rodents, reptiles and other animals that live in a barn, just keep the cage clean. You don't need to bathe them.
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Advice

• Your parents may send you to do something. It is best to do what your parents say without nagging or arguing.
• If you don't know what to do around the house, don't be afraid to ask. Anyway, your parents will think of suitable things for you to do.
• Sometimes helping the children study or do projects at school is also helping parents. That means you did a good job for the children and your parents have time to do other things too.
• Actively do housework without waiting for your parents to tell you.
• Be responsible and ready to take on the job.
• It is easier to be rewarded and praised for working without making a fuss.

Warning

• Be careful when using chemicals and sprays to clean floors or furniture. Cleaning products can be toxic if used incorrectly. Ask parents before using and follow the instructions on the product label.