Printable Chore Charts
For Tracking Chores

Why printable chore charts? One of the biggest challenges in having kids do chores is tracking chores to be sure they get done. One of the best ways is through charts. They are easy to use and don't leave room for kids saying that they didn't know what they were supposed to do. They also don't require much preparation for parents.

Looking for ideas on making your own charts?
Even if you have good chore lists for your kids or your teens to do, you might be stumped when it comes to making a chart of your own. That's where having some ideas and examples can help.

• Write the chore in short, active phrases. The fewer words the better as long as the chore is understood. Or consider just using pictures for younger kids.
• Allow for places to check the chores off the list.
• Allow extra space for things to be added. These might be new ones each week or they can ones that need to be done because company is coming.
• Don't try to be perfect. Your goal is to get started. You can make changes as you go.
• Use something that can be posted where everyone can see it - on a refrigerator door, for example.

Printable chore charts - ready to go!
Still need some help? Here are some free chore charts that be downloaded or printed. Each chart has a place at the top for a name, date or both.

Printable charts for kids:

• Need a chart that has some chores and a couple of blank lines? Try this chart.
• Or a chart that has chores with pictures(good for younger kids that can't read yet)? Here's an option.
• How about a blank chart that you can completely fill out yourself?

Printable charts for teens:

• Need a chart that has several chores and a couple of blank lines? Try this chart.
• Or maybe a blank option that you can fill out completely?
• Or if you are looking for a teen alternative to a chart, consider a teen chore contract.

If you need some suggestions for chores to include on the charts, check out our kids' chores page or teen chores page. Or, to get all this information in one handy place, check out our chore guide.