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Do you want to make a To Do list for your child, spouse, or even yourself? Read this article to find out how!

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    Think of everything you/they need to do. State it clearly, and use proper English. Instead of writing "grocery store," write "Go to the grocery store to buy some more Chunky Monkey ice cream".
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    Use good handwriting. If you can't read it, what's the point?
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    Make it noticeable. Write in bright colors or put it in a noticeable place, because they might not do it if they can't see it!
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    Put a date or day on it. It helps a lot if they know when to do it by, so they can feel ahead of their schedule.
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    Organize the list to get it done quickly. If it's a Christmas list, group items by store or shopping center. Then organize it to minimize travel distance between stops. You can save hours by planning properly.
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    Prioritize the most important things first. If it's a repair list (around the house), put the most important problems first. If it's a big list, break it into manageable or incremental one-weekend or one-day projects.
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EditTips

  • It might help if you number them or put bullets beside them.
  • It might help if you put some times like: 12:30-1:00---wash the dog.
  • Break larger projects into small steps. For instance, instead of "Plan vacation," the entries could be "Call travel agent," "Pick up brochures," "Buy tickets," "Call Jodi to feed dog," etc.
  • Try writing a to-do list on a computer program such as Ever-Note. That way you can sync your list across all your devices(desktops, laptops, tablets, etc.), and you can easily edit it.
  • Try writing your list in a bright, neon color. People remember things when it's written in a bright color, especially yellow.

EditWarnings

  • Don't put more than 7 high-priority items on your list for any day. No one can do more than that, you'll only get discouraged. If you have more than 7 high-priority items, divide them up over two or more days. To do lists are supposed to help alleviate stress, not cause more.

EditThings You'll Need

  • Paper
  • Pencil/pen
  • Some chores or errands to do

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Article Info

Categories: Calendars Planners and Schedules

Recent edits by: Sumialem, Laura, ForeverLoved

In other languages:

Español: Cómo hacer una lista de quehaceres, Italiano: Come Creare una Lista delle Cose da Fare, Português: Como Fazer uma Lista de Afazeres

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