Teaching Children Organisation Skills: Building Lifelong Habits
- jodeserrano
- Oct 7
- 1 min read
Organisation isn't just about keeping a tidy home, it's a vital life skill that will benefit your children throughout their lives. Here's how to teach organisation effectively at different ages and stages.
Start with Age-Appropriate Tasks
Tailor organisational tasks to your child's developmental level:
Toddlers (2-3 years):
Basic sorting (colours, shapes)
Putting toys in designated bins
Simple tidying songs and games
Infant School Age (4-5 years):
Matching items to picture labels
Basic categorisation
Following 2-3 step tidying instructions
Primary School Age (6-11 years):
Creating their own organisation systems
Managing homework materials
Planning simple projects
Time management basics
Make It Visual and Concrete
Children learn best through visual and hands-on experiences:
Use colour coding for different categories
Create picture-based checklists
Make organising physical and interactive
Use clear containers to show where things belong
Create visual schedules for routine tasks
Build Executive Function Skills
Help children develop crucial organising abilities:
Planning and prioritising
Time management
Task initiation
Organisation of materials
Self-monitoring
These skills form the foundation for lifelong organisation success.
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