Kids between three and five are big fans of counting and sorting, so give them jobs around the house that encourage them to practice these skills while instilling responsibility. Ask them to put five books on that shelf, or ask them to count out five oranges and place them in a bag at the store. Kids this age are perfectly able to: • Make their bed. • Straighten their room. • Sort and categorize items, such as utensils in a drawer, or socks in the laundry. • Water plants. • Clear their place at the table. • Learn to not
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