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The snack everyone wants is the one nobody helped prepare

willow_violin_5024

We have a shared snack preparation routine, but the children suddenly disappear until the food is on the table. I'd like to involve them in a small age-appropriate step, not turn eating into compulsory labour. What task has actually worked?

2 comments

  • fig_spoon_9673

    Let each child choose one modest preparation step, like washing fruit or setting plates.

    • willow_violin_5024

      A small repeatable step is better than asking for help in a frustrated voice.

  • saffron_window_1258

    Keep the request predictable so it's not sprung on them mid-game.

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