Study shows children need chores

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Wall Street Journal reports that a study shows that children who begin household chores at ages three or four are more likely to be successful later in life academically, emotionally and professionally.

A University of Minnesota professor analyzed data that followed 84 children across four periods of their lives. She found that young adults who began chores at ages 3 or 4 were more likely to have better relationships with their family and friends, achieved academic and early career success and were more self-sufficient.

Research also found that children that do chores were more responsive to other's needs.

In a survey done by Braun Research 82% percent of adults said that they were given chores as a child, but only 28% report making their child complete chores.  Richard Rende, a developmental psychologist in Arizona said  that with children now working to build their resumes and become college ready, chores have fallen by the wayside.

Read more at WSJ.com.