{"id":169000000235,"date":"2020-02-26T15:31:08","date_gmt":"2020-02-26T15:31:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kidsrkids.com\/mableton\/?p=169000000235"},"modified":"2020-02-26T15:31:08","modified_gmt":"2020-02-26T15:31:08","slug":"spring-cleaning-ideas-with-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kidsrkids.com\/mableton\/2020\/02\/26\/spring-cleaning-ideas-with-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring Cleaning Ideas with Children"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Spring<\/figure>

If your closets are overflowing with bulky winter coats, snow boots, and a jumble of clothes that no longer fit, it\u2019s time for some spring cleaning. Although it can seem daunting at first, decluttering will leave you and your family feeling stress free and ready to take on the month of March.<\/span><\/p>\n

From old toys, to knick-knacks around the house, to books you\u2019ve re-read hundreds of times, here are some ways to get organized <\/span>and <\/span><\/i>incorporate your preschooler in all the fun.<\/span><\/p>\n

Electronic Incentives<\/b><\/h3>\n

Video games, handheld tablets, mobile devices, oh my! These days it seems like children thrive on the use of electronics. Motivate your kiddos to clean their rooms by allowing them a certain amount of time on their favorite electronics for each chore they complete. For example: They can earn fifteen minutes on the computer once they pick up clothing\/toys on the floor and straighten up their bedroom.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Chores, chores, chores<\/b><\/h3>\n

By assigning specific, simple tasks, your preschool child can successfully and efficiently tackle one thing at a time. Instead of something vague such as \u201cclean up your room,\u201d try one of these more clear suggestions.<\/span><\/p>\n