Parents Put Together A "Family Responsibilities Framework" For Their Kids

"Now, some parenting experts say that paying kids to do chores is actually counterproductive in some way, and kids should help around the house without the expectation of financial compensation because, obviously, one day, they're going to grow up and have a house of their own. And as we all know, no one is paying us to make our beds when we're grown."

"On her Instagram account, Ashley Hutchings filmed her husband explaining how responsibility works in their house to their kids. They're calling it the "Year of Allowance," and here's how it works. Hutchings and her husband put together a "Family Responsibilities Framework" and explained to their kids that this is a system that will (eventually) get them some cash for their piggy banks."

""Personal Responsibilities earn PRIVILEGES," she wrote in her caption. For example, if the kids keep their rooms clean, they earn TV time. Practicing piano and getting dressed after breakfast leads to playtime. Then, the kids also need to fulfill their "Family Responsibilities," like helping mom with laundry or setting the table, which earn family privileges like special outings. If the kids contribute to the betterment of the family, then they can do fun things as a family."

A family implemented a three-tier responsibilities framework called the "Year of Allowance." Personal responsibilities such as keeping rooms tidy, practicing piano, and getting dressed unlock individual privileges like TV and playtime. Family responsibilities like helping with laundry or setting the table unlock family privileges including special outings. Only after personal and family responsibilities are fulfilled can children do paid work to earn allowance deposited into piggy banks. The system ties chores to privileges and family benefit and has been adjusted through several iterations to fit the children's needs.

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