Summer is here! Are you ready?
Let's start with an easy craft to help you and your kids beat the summer boredom blues.
Boredom Buster Jar |
What you'll need:
- Mason jar or container
- Markers/tape/paint
- Popsicle sticks (I used the jumbo ones)
- Marker or ink pen
You will need to brainstorm ideas for your sticks. We used 3 categories:
- Things you can do (read a book, watch a movie, etc.)
- Things you can make (Construction paper art, sun-catchers, marshmallow gun)
- Field Trips (local parks, bike rides, local museum)
Then simply write one idea on each stick. You can make as many as you would like, but it's a good idea to have 25 ideas for each category. Next, use tape/paint/markers to identify each stick. Add them to the jar.
When you hear those famous summer words, "Mom, I'm bored," just have your kiddo pull a stick out of the jar! Once you are done having fun, put the stick back in the jar for next time!
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