If you’re looking for a plain and simple list of elementary-age practical life activities that you can choose from, you’ve come to the right place.
Some of these might overlap — for example, gardening and planting a seed — but you can choose the simpler activities for younger kids and the multi-step ones for older kids.
☐ Gardening
☐ Planting a seed
☐ Watering
☐ Pruning
☐ Harvesting
☐ Composting
☐ Sweeping/raking leaves
☐ Animal care
☐ Feeding a pet
☐ Washing a pet
☐ Taking a pet for a walk
☐ Caring for younger children
☐ Reading with younger children
☐ Food preparation
☐ Planning a meal
☐ Following a recipe
☐ Cooking a meal
☐ Setting the table
☐ Washing dishes
☐ Ironing tablecloths and napkins
☐ Laundry
☐ Washing/cleaning windows
☐ Handwork: sewing, crochet, knitting, weaving
☐ Sewing a button
☐ Repairing worn clothes
☐ Tying a knot
☐ Taking measurements
☐ Lighting a candle
☐ Inserting batteries into devices (e.g., flashlight)
☐ First aid
☐ Stocking supplies (eg, classroom shelf)
☐ Repair/maintenance work
☐ Changing a light bulb
☐ Fixing leaky faucets
☐ Bicycle maintenance
☐ Washing a car
☐ Tool usage
☐ Assembling furniture
☐ Woodworking
☐ Pitching a tent
☐ Rolling and unrolling a sleeping bag
☐ Packing for an excursion
☐ Reading a bus/train schedule
☐ Using a map
☐ Planning an event
☐ Earning money
☐ Rummage sale
☐ Bake sale
☐ Writing a thank you note
☐ Making a phone call
☐ Writing and mailing a letter
☐ Sending an email
☐ Creating a website
☐ Grace and courtesy
☐ Community service
