M.L.
Hello C.,
We have a 5 year old who likes to dust. I hand him a cloth and he follows behind me. He's not really dusting but he is learning the process, feels great about helping and is having fun plus I'm getting some work done. I also allow him to stand on a stool and "wash" his plastic sippy cups at the kitchen sink. They are actually clean but again he enjoys it and it makes him feel a part of things. I praise him a lot and tell him what a wonderful job he is doing. Sometimes he brings me the bathroom trash container so I can empty it. He helps put the laundry into the washer and dryer (as if they ware basketball hoops). He also likes to set the table (napkins and sometimes silverware). As far as rewards he enjoys stickers, tattoos, an extra book at bedtime. He started helping at about age 3.
Have fun!