Kids thrive on routine. I know my kids do at least. It might be hard to get them into a rhythm sometimes, but once you do, they just know and come to expect it. Routine Charts and checklists can be so helpful in this way. You can really have a chart for just about anything: praying, snacks, brushing your teeth, chores, and so many others.

Psychologists say that keeping good routines in your home can create security and good habits for life.

Routine charts can be used for all ages, depending on where your child is at and what their life goals might be.

Why Is a Daily Routine Good For Kids?

In this article, by  Melbourne Child Psychology , it says “developing your own family ritual will give your child consistency and security in the home, as well as setting them up with good habits for life.”

It continues, ‘They know what to expect when they go home, and it provides them with clear boundaries, expectations, and consistency.”

As I have implemented routines in my own kids’ lives, it has helped us have a more organized home. Less arguing and push back, because they have come to know my expectations.

Sometimes it takes a while for them to get into the rhythm, which can be hard a first, but when you stick with it, the outcomes are great. And it only helps them in the future when they create good habits now.

How To Use a Printable Daily Chart For Kids To Get In a Good Routine

There are a TON of printables and charts out there that you can use for just about any routine you’d like to implement in your child’s life. I use them often myself, and feel like they are super helpful. I’m going to share some generic ones and some more specific ones that I have either made or used and are using to help my kids establish good routines.

Daily Routine Charts For Kids (Printable PDFs)

First, well talk about some basic checklist and charts you can use, and then some more specific ones.

Kids daily routine checklist

This is a very basic routine checklist, and each checklist for differ depending on each child. But generally, these tasks don’t change. You create the list for what they need to accomplish each day, and they check it off each day.

My kids have a morning and a bedtime checklist. It’s the same everyday. Their morning checklist is:

  • Brush teeth
  • Put on deodorant
  • Brush hair
  • Get dressed
  • Put on shoes
  • pack lunch and snack
  • Pack backpack
  • Water bottle
  • Eat breakfast

These really help my son because he gets so easily distracted, and I feel like this chart helps keep him on track.

They also have a bedtime routine checklist which is:

  • Homework
  • lay out clothes
  • backpack- is there anything in your backpack that I need to look at?
  • Brush teeth
  • say prayers
  • pajamas
  • make lunch

When we do our bedtime routine, our mornings run A LOT smoother. Here are a few simple daily routine charts. I think the way to use them is to print them out, laminate them, and use them over and over again.

Here’s another version that is more filled out.

Kids responsibility checklist

This type of chart is more of a varying chart. I mean, really you can use it however you want, but when I created it, I was envisioning a chart that could change. It’s a lot like a to-do list, but you would do the tasks almost every single day, if not every day.

You write down your child’s daily tasks, such as, homework, taking out the trash, or making your bed. Some tasks might be done in the morning and some might be done at bedtime. Others may not even need to be done that day like taking out the trash.

But, it’s nice to have a reference for what their responsibilities are so they can always check in with them.

You could also have two, one that applies to weekdays, and one that applies to weekends.

Reward Charts

These charts are used to reach a particular goal, mostly chores, but they can really be used to accomplish anything. Here are some examples:

  • Chores
  • Potty training
  • Brushing or flossing teeth
  • Getting ready on time
  • Making their bed each day
  • Keeping their room clean
  • Listening really well
  • Any task that you have been working with them to complete

Here are a few different reward charts: Unicorn, Monster Truck, Car, Race Car, and Pokémon

To-do List

This is probably the most basic chart you can get. Just a simple Kid’s to-do list. Sometimes it’s nice to hang on the fridge when they have a long list of things to complete. This might be a random list that you use just when it seems to get too overwhelming. (also a great one for mom or dad).

Specific Daily Routine Charts

Here are some more specific daily routine charts.

Screen time Charts

A fun way for kids to earn screen time is by having them accomplish tasks or chores. You can use these screen time routine charts for just that. It also includes some screen time bucks or tokens, if you liked to use those as a visual/physical thing for them to earn.

Prayer Routine Chart

This is a very specific prayer chart that helps kids remember to say their prayers at night. They can hang it by their bed at night.

Toothbrush Chart

Another specific routine chart. It can be hard to get kids to brush or floss their teeth. Sometimes it can be a real fight, but this chart might be some motivation. There are several different types, including flossing.

Emotions Scale

I thought I would throw this one in, even though it’s technically not a routine chart, but it is definitely a chart that can help on a daily basis. My son has had some difficulty managing his anger, and we wanted to help him. This chart seemed to help him put his anger into words and quantify it.

Mood Tracker

Another one that I thought I would add is a mood tracker. Helping kids recognize their feelings and being able to manage them at a young age is so important and will really put them ahead in life. This mood tracker can help with that.

Who Should Use These Printable Daily Routine Charts & Checklists For Kids

This charts are perfect for just about any parent or caregiver. It can really help kids get into a routine and create good daily habits. This is a perfect aide, and a lot of kids are better with a visual, and a reward sometimes.

What Age Are The Charts For?

The age for each chart depends on the type of chart. You probably won’t need a toothbrush chart for your teenager, but you might want to manage his screen time more, so you could use the screen time chart.

This charts are good for all ages, just depending on what stage of life you are currently in.

If you need to help your kids establish a reliable schedule, giving them a printable daily routine chart is a great way to start.

Helping your kids establish a good daily routine is important for their well-being. There are several ways to accomplish this, but printable charts are a huge help. You can customize it for each child, and it’s perfect for all ages. Plus, there are a ton of different ones to choose from.

You can create a chart for daily tasks, bedtime, morning, homework, earning screen time, potty training, and so much more.