Are you always screaming on top of your lungs because your kids’ toys are always scattered on the floor? End your cleaning woes with these easy tips I got from Woman’s Day.

Create zones. Designate a play area with shelves for toys and games, and a homework area with a bookcase close to the desk.
Label everything. Bins, shelves, and inside drawers. This way there is no confusion about where things go.
Make it handy. Don’t expect kids to put toys on a high shelf. Storage needs to be within their reach, so keep it low.
Set a schedule. Have them tidy their rooms at the same time every day – say, after dinner of before bed.
Purge. At least twice a year, help them donate items they no longer like or use.
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2 Responses
melody
November 15th, 2009 at 5:03 am
1those are very good tips. I have two girls ages 2 and 6, they make my house look like its been hit by a tornado. I have been teaching my kids to clean up after themselves after they are done playing. I tell them to play with one kind of toy at a time, clean up after then they can play another game again. Hands down to mothers/ fathers who can keep there house spotless specially those that have kids,lol
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Karen, author of "My Funny Dad, Harry
November 15th, 2009 at 8:35 am
2Putting things away when done with them is key. I like the zone idea too! Makes sense to me!
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