A S’moresUp chore moves through a clear process.

The family member sees the responsibility, completes the work, marks it done, and may wait for a parent review. Once accepted, the chore becomes part of the family’s visible progress and awards S’mores according to its type.

At a Glance

Without Parent Approval:

Pending → Completed → S’mores awarded → Done

With Parent Approval:

Pending → Submitted → Waiting for approval → Approved → S’mores awarded → Done

If the parent rejects it:

Waiting for approval → Rejected → Returned to family member → Corrected → Submitted again

Pending

Pending means the chore still needs action.

A pending chore may show:

• Chore name
• Assigned family member
• Due day or time
• S’mores value
• Chore type
• Instructions
• Reminder or deadline information
• Approval or Photo Proof indicators

The child should be able to open the chore and understand what finished looks like.

If the same chore stays pending repeatedly, check the setup before assuming the child is refusing.

The Family Member Completes the Work

The child or assigned family member should complete the responsibility before marking it done.

For a simple chore, that may be one action:

Put the lunchbox in the sink.

For a larger chore, the instructions may contain several steps.

The completion control should mean:

The work is finished and ready for the next step.

Photo Proof, When Required

When Photo Proof is on, the family member adds a picture as part of the completion.

The photo helps the parent see the result.

Examples:

• Made bed
• Clean desk
• Organized backpack
• Put away laundry
• Cleaned pet area

Photo Proof does not automatically mean the chore is approved. If Parent Approval is also on, the submission still waits for a parent.

Waiting for Approval

Parent Approval places the completed chore in a review state.

The parent checks:

• Was the chore completed?
• Does the result match the instructions?
• Is the Photo Proof useful?
• Is the chore ready to accept?

S’mores are not finalized until the chore is approved.

Review submitted chores promptly. A child should not wait several days to learn whether the work counted.

Approved

When the parent approves the chore:

• The completion is accepted
• S’mores are awarded according to the chore type
• The child’s earned amount can be allocated between Save and Spend
• The chore becomes part of completed progress
• The current occurrence is finished

For an Individual chore, the assigned person receives the full value.

For Collaborate, the total is split among participants.

For Compete, the first completer receives the full value.

Rejected

When a parent rejects the chore, it is sent back to the assigned family member.

The child can correct the work and submit it again.

Rejection should explain what still needs attention.

Good feedback:

The dishes are loaded. Please wipe the table and submit again.

Less useful feedback:

Do it properly.

The chore is not treated as finally completed, and the expected S’mores are not finalized until it is approved.

Submitted Again

The family member completes the missing or corrected work and resubmits the chore.

If Photo Proof is required, a new or updated picture may be needed based on the current product flow.

The parent reviews the new submission.

This creates a learning loop:

Clear expectation → Attempt → Feedback → Correction → Approval

Done

Done means the current chore occurrence is complete.

The chore may appear in:

• Completed daily progress
• Weekly View
• Wallet or S’mores activity
• Streak or achievement areas, where supported

Use the completed view to notice contribution—not only to look for what was missed.

Example: Chore Without Approval

Chore: Put shoes by the door
Assigned to: Leo
S’mores: 5
Approval: Off

Leo puts the shoes away and marks the chore complete.

The chore moves to Done, and Leo receives 5 S’mores. His allocation setup determines how those S’mores are divided between Spend and Save.

Example: Chore with Approval

Chore: Clean the bathroom counter
Assigned to: Maya
S’mores: 25
Photo Proof: On
Approval: On

Maya cleans the area, attaches a photo, and submits the chore.

The parent sees toothpaste still on the mirror and rejects it with a clear note.

The chore returns to Maya. She cleans the mirror and submits it again.

The parent approves it. Maya receives 25 S’mores, allocated between her Save and Spend accounts according to the family setup.

Late, Locked, and Excused Instances

The normal flow can change when the chore is not completed on time.

Late

The chore may still be completed after the due time. A Late Penalty can reduce the S’mores awarded.

Locked

When Lock is on, an incomplete chore becomes locked after it is past due.

Excused

The family member is excused from that occurrence. The repeating chore continues with future instances.

An excused occurrence does not earn S’mores.

Common Questions

Does marking a chore complete always award S’mores immediately?

No. When Parent Approval is on, the S’mores wait until approval.

What happens after rejection?

The chore returns to the assigned family member so it can be corrected and submitted again.

Can the parent approve without Photo Proof?

Yes, when Photo Proof is not required.

Can Photo Proof be used without approval?

Depending on the current setup, yes. Confirm current product behavior before publishing exact instructions.

Where can parents review completed chores?

Use the daily completed view and Weekly View.

Best First Action

Choose one simple chore and watch it move through the full process.

Make sure the child understands each screen change and when the S’mores appear.

Related Articles

• How Approvals Work
• How Photo Proof Works
• How to Complete Your First Chore
• Use Weekly View in S’moresUp