Check out this Scientific American article that talks about the correlation between chores and a higher sense of capability in other areas of life. As a Montessori school, practical life is a huge part of our curriculum. While many environments might have a plastic Fisher Price kitchen where children can pretend to prepare food, we have child-sized sinks, refrigerators, and tools to empower children to really care for themselves, each other, and their environment. This builds fine motor skills such as hand and wrist control, executive function skills such as sequencing and problem solving, creates a sense of empowerment and competence, and connects children to a sense of contribution and community. These skills translate to independence, autonomy, confidence, competence, and academic preparation and children develop positive relationships with challenge and success.
Should Kids Do Chores? | Scientific American
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/should-kids-do-chores
