5 Tips to Build Daily Living Skills

Daily living skills are the foundation of independence – from getting dressed to preparing food. For children and young people, these skills develop gradually with practice and support.

5 Practical Tips:

1. Break tasks down – Use step-by-step instructions to make tasks manageable.

2. Use checklists or visuals – Routines are easier when children know what comes next.

3. Practice through play – Cooking, dress-up, or pretend shopping develops real-world skills.

4. Encourage independence – Allow children to try tasks on their own, even if messy.

5. Celebrate effort and progress – Focus on growth, not perfection.

Supporting daily living skills helps children build confidence and sets them up for success in school and beyond.

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