[header] How to do spring cleaning with kids [title] Tell your child in advance about your cleaning schedule. [step] Announce the day and which tasks you'll be tackling. Give specific examples of what you'll be doing and what the positive outcomes will be. 
[substeps] For example, you could say to a child under 10, " next sunday we'll be making more space for your summer toys in the garage. We'll be taking out old stuff and reorganizing so you can find your toys and bikes more easily.