Older children have more responsibilities, including homework, sports, and other extracurricular activities. While they are busy, they can still have a few chores. You can give them a bit of choice for completing those. For example, they may choose to do some before school or before bed.
School-age children also have a greater sense of responsibility and pride for a job well done. Be sure to acknowledge your child’s efforts. If they aren’t completing tasks to your satisfaction, show them how you’d like it done.
If you haven’t yet given your kids enough responsibility for cleaning around the house, it’s not too late to start. You will have to lay out your expectations and explain the new house cleaning activities & rules. Follow up as you need to show them how to complete their tasks.