Using Your Kid's Competitive Side to Make Your Life Easier

Let's face it: kids are competitive. In fact, practically all they want to do is play games. Teachers that realize this are smart. They construct educational games that tap into that competitive side and use it to their advantage.

Now you can do the same. If you have a timer, you can turn ordinary chores into races and games that get chores done fast.

Simply time your child next time it's time to clean or do homework. Tack a sheet of paper to a wall and record the times. Next time your child is cleaning the dishes, folding their clothes, etc., just turn it into a game of beat the clock. They'll try to beat their last time, and you can come up with prizes if they do.