Bigs Quote by Polly Berrien Berends
“If we allow our one-and-a-half year old to "help" us fold laundry he will learn something about buttons, zippers, snaps, where things go, the physical properties of cloth, what happens when you drop it, how easy or hard it is to carry compared with everything else he has ever carried, what clean clothes smell like, how a big towel can turn into a small bundle, how the small bundle you just folded can turn into a big towel again, plus any songs we care to sing or stories or related or unrelated facts we care to pass on.”
About This Quote
Providing toddlers with hands‑on chores teaches practical skills, sensory awareness, and language through everyday tasks.
In simple terms: Kids learn basics by doing chores.
Key Takeaway
Let kids help with simple tasks.
Themes
learning
parenting
development
Mood
engaging
educational
Type
instructional
parenting
When to use this quote
- folding laundry
- teaching about textures
- singing while cleaning
- storytelling during chores
Key Concepts
sensorimotor skills
language acquisition
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can chores be adapted for safety?
- What benefits do songs add to learning?
A Different Perspective
Children may become frustrated if tasks are too complex or safety isn’t ensured.
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