It's no secret that heavy work activities are beneficial for kids, especially those with sensory issues or autism.
You certainly don't have to get creative when it comes to finding heavy work activities for kids because most household chores work perfectly.
So if you are looking for some heavy work activities for kids to do at home, then look no further than this list of 30 simple ideas.
Heavy Work Activities for Kids to Do at Home
Chores are good for kids, right? You bet! They are one of the easiest heavy work activities that you likely already incorporate into your day. But, in case you need a little more inspiration, here are 30 heavy work activities that kids can do right at home.
1. Carry groceries into the house
2. Carry a laundry basket full of clothes
3. Build a fort
4. Move garbage or recycling bins to the curb
5. Make the bed
6. Do outdoor chores: mow the grass, shovel snow, rake the leaves, etc.
7. Do indoor chores: vacuum, sweep, mop, etc.
8. Load or unload the dishwasher
9. Push, move, or drag furniture
10. Sort recycling
11. Water plants with a watering can
12. Stack chairs
13. Wash the car
14. Remove couch cushions and put them back
15. Fill a pillowcase or bag with stuffed animals
16. Make or build something using real tools like a hammer, sander, screwdriver, etc.
17. Give the dog a bath
18. Carry a small pet
19. Drink thick liquids through a straw or try some fun twisty straws
20. Clean windows
21. Have a pillow fight
22. Push chairs in at the table
23. Push or pull boxes or laundry basket filled with toys, books, or small child
24. Stuff pillows into pillowcases
25. Stuff duvet into a duvet cover
26. Empty the garbage
27. Pull laundry out of the washer or dryer
28. Climb a chair or couch
29. Make an obstacle course
30. Stack and unstack cans or boxes of food
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