Thursday, November 19, 2009

Clean Up Time

We have Clean Up Time every night at 7:45 - quite possibly one of the best ideas I have had in a long time. We set a timer for 10 or 15 minutes and everyone does something to help clean up. Rachael usually picks up her toys, and Ryan and I either help her or do things like unload the dishwasher or fold the laundry. When the timer beeps, we are done, even if the job isn't completely finished.

I put up a piece of paper with a clock at 7:45 so Rachael could help remind us when it was time for Clean Up. She decided she wanted her own reminder page, too!

1 comment:

Jessie said...

Such a smart idea!! Just don't tell Aiden Rachael is allowed to stay up so late. Aid goes to bed at 7:30 and I'll have a mutiny on my hands.