Cleaning up with Kids: How to Make it Super Fun?

Do you feel like you’re constantly chasing your kids to tidy up their toys? Don’t panic, you’re not the only one! But what if we turn tidying up into a party? Yes, you read that right! Tidying up doesn’t have to be boring or annoying. In this blog, we’ll share the best tips to keep the house tidy together with your kids, while having fun at the same time. Let’s go!

Quick Overview

• Make it a game with rewards
• Use colorful storage boxes and baskets
• Involve children in sorting and choosing what to keep
• Create a clean-up routine that fits their schedule
• Provide a fixed place for toys and school supplies
• iZi-Clean: your partner in a tidy house
• Structure and routine: the basis of tidying up
• Tidying up with young children: tips and tricks

Make it a Game with Rewards

Use a Timer for Clean-Up Contests

Kids love competitions! Set a timer and see who can clean up their toys the fastest. Who wins? Maybe a small prize or just eternal fame! This makes cleaning up a lot more fun and they also learn that it can be done quickly and efficiently.

Stickers or Points as Reward

A reward system works like a charm. Give your kids a sticker or point for every day they keep their room tidy or help clean up. At a certain number of stickers, they can earn a fun reward, such as extra screen time or their favorite dessert.

Get Creative with Music

Play their favorite songs while cleaning up. Not only will it be more fun, but you can also use a specific song as a signal that it’s time to clean up. As soon as the music starts, the kids will know it’s time to get to work!

Use Colorful Storage Boxes and Baskets

Make Decluttering Attractive

Children are visual thinkers. Colorful storage boxes and baskets make tidying up a lot more fun. Let them choose their own storage in their favorite colors or with cool prints. This way, storing toys becomes almost as much fun as playing!

Sort Toys by Category

Use different colours for different types of toys. Think green baskets for cuddly toys and yellow for building blocks. This not only makes tidying up easier, but also teaches your children to sort and organise.

Place the boxes at child height

Make sure the storage boxes are easily accessible for your kids. This way they can put their toys away independently and get them out again when they want to play. Independence for the win!

Involve Children in Sorting and Choosing What to Keep

Let Them Decide For Themselves

Involve your children in the tidying up process by letting them choose what to keep and what to throw away. This gives them a sense of responsibility and helps to reduce the amount of clutter.

Organize Cleanup Sessions to Sort

Schedule a time to go through the toys together. What do they still use and what can be donated to a good cause? This makes them aware of their stuff and teaches them to share.

Create a "Rotating" Toy System

Keep some of the toys and swap them out every few weeks with the toys they have now. This keeps things exciting and reduces clutter. It’s like they’re getting new toys all the time!

Create a Decluttering Routine That Fits Their Schedule

Make Tidying Up a Habit

Routine is key! By doing tidying up at fixed times, such as before bed or after dinner, it becomes a habit. This ensures less struggle and more structure.

Create a Custom Decluttering Routine

Adjust the clean-up tasks to the age of your children. Younger kids can help put away toys, while older kids can keep their own rooms tidy. Make it clear what you expect of them.

Make Tidying Up Together a Regular Ritual

Schedule a few minutes each day to clean up together. This makes it less heavy and more of a team effort. Stronger together!

Provide a Fixed Place for Toys and School Supplies

Give Everything a Home

Make sure your kids know where everything belongs. Label storage boxes and shelves so they know exactly where their stuff goes. This makes tidying up a lot easier.

School Supplies Neatly Stored

A fixed place for backpacks, books and notebooks not only helps with tidying up, but also with maintaining a good school routine. No more stress about lost stuff!

Make it Easy to Clean Up

Use storage that is easy to open and close. The easier it is, the more likely they are to actually do it.

iZi-Clean: Your Partner in a Tidy House

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Structure and Routine: The Basics of Decluttering

Schedule Fixed Cleaning Times

By tidying up at a fixed time every day, everyone knows what to expect. This creates peace and clarity in the home.

Use a Clean-Up Schedule

Create a visual schedule together with all the clean-up tasks. Post it somewhere visible so everyone can see it. This works especially well for younger children.

Prevent Chaos by Cleaning Regularly

Don't let clutter pile up. Short, regular tidying up sessions keep the house tidy and make tidying up less of a chore.

Cleaning Up with Young Children: Tips and Tricks

Make Cleaning Up Easy and Fun

Give young children simple and clear tasks. For example, have them tidy up all the red toys or collect all the stuffed animals. This way, tidying up becomes a game.

Use Music While Cleaning Up

Put on a happy tune and dance around the room together while you clean up. Fun guaranteed!

Cleaning up after playing

Teach your kids to put away their toys before starting something new.This keeps the house tidy and prevents a big mess at the end of the day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make tidying up fun for my child?

Make it a game! Use timers, rewards, and music to make cleanup fun and interactive.

From what age can I teach my child to tidy up?

Even toddlers can help with simple clean-up tasks. Start young and build up slowly.

What is a good way to store toys?

Colorful baskets and storage containers that are easy to reach work best. Label them for extra clarity.

A Tidy House with iZi-Clean

With iZi-Clean cleaning products, cleaning up becomes a breeze. iZi-Wash Sheets and iZi-Click Mop are indispensable helpers in every family. Make tidying up more fun and easier for everyone!