Today I am going to share with you some summer boredom busters for toddlers and kids of all ages. Summer is 2 long months mama,…
"I'm Bored", we've all heard it before, I was sick of it so I stopped everything I was doing, sat down and designed THIS. My kids will never be bored again!
Make this summer fun for teens, but also help them get things done and even add in some reading time to help keep their minds learning and growing with these tips!
Organizational hacks, tips and tricks for a stress-free summer with your kids. Smart ideas including routine & chore charts, "I'm bored" activities & more!
Today I want to introduce the best Chore Chart we ever used (and didn't use). Chore Charts can be very helpful, but we've found this to be the best solution yet. I'll explain how our kids Swap Chores For Screen Time using these cards. Our SWAP CHORES FOR SCREENTIME CARDS (you can find them by
I've been off the map for WEEKS and am SO READY to jump back into regular life. I've been lucky enough to travel and have some summer fun with my family, but I've also had a crazy episode with Skin Cancer! YIKES!! I'm not even a sun bather, either!! After several procedures, stitches, lots of bandaids and neosporin AND alot of pathology reports - I'm happy and lucky to say it's finally all gone!! It'll take me another month to heal completely, but I'm okay with that. It could have been so much worse! (Switching now to a much funner discussion...) So... I've had this printable done for quite a while - And, it is BY FAR - MY. MOST. FAVORITE. PRINTABLE. EVER! Simply put, this is a Subway Art "To Do" Chart for your kids! It not only gives your kids ideas of how to spend their time, it encourages thoughtfulness, manners, tracks chores and even has a "Strike Zone" to manage bad behavior! To make one, you'll need my printable, a 12x12 magnetic board(found at a home improvement store or online here), magnets and fun, colorful floral marbles like the ones shown above. Don't you just love those colors? I found these marbles at Michaels, in fact... they were the original color inspiration for the boards. I just used a hot glue gun to attach the magnets - you'll need to make about 20 magnets for each board. To Make the Board... Trim and laminate each word art strip. Evenly spread LOTS of glue stick on each piece and adhere to your magnet board (if you follow the pattern shown on the first graphic, it'll fit perfectly like a puzzle on your 12x12 surface). Let dry overnight and they'll be stuck forever. Do NOT use ModPodge (no matter how bad you want to). The red ink will run and you'll have a big bubbly, runny mess on your hands! To Implement the Board at your House... We use our boards as a daily time management system and it's almost become a game to see how many magnets they can complete and mark on their boards. They are proud and excited each evening to discuss with dad what they've done and it makes it easy for my husband to ask good questions. If he sees they've got a magnet on "Something Artistic" he can easily ask to see what they created. I don't pay my kids for earning magnets, they actually earn TV time for working well on their boards. You can certainly choose any type of reward to motivate them, just use their boards to track it. At our house, each activity has to last 20-30 minutes to be counted... no cheating! :) My main intent isn't for them to fill their boards, my intent is to direct them to their board when they don't have anything to do. It has completely KILLED the "I'm bored" scenarios, has encouraged self-management & independence (which is a bonus for me) and has helped them develop some amazing habits that I love. Imagine one of your kids disappearing into their bedroom for an hour to read... without being asked!! If we head out for a Slurpee... they can mark "Something Together" or "Something Fun". What I love about this system, is it "prompts" them with a general idea, but gives them the freedom, variety and flexibility to choose what to do. No one is bored or even tempted to be a trouble maker at our house... and if they are, they know they'll get a magnet in the "Strike Zone"! This printable is 4 pages and includes a coordinating sheet of blank cards to use as either idea cards or even as chore cards. The last page has a full alphabet of letter tiles so you can customize each board with your kiddos' names. To grab your printable, stop by MY SHOP (HERE)! UPDATE: I've written a follow-up post to address the most commonly asked questions about this printable... click HERE to read. DON'T FORGET TO USE A COUPON! Use COLETTE to save 20% on any purchase, or use CANVAS30 for 30% off $10+ CHORE CHART PRINTABLES {HERE} Happy Crafting! Don't miss new printables, freebies and discounts! FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, PINTEREST or SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER SHOP NOW | WHAT IS SCRAPBOOK MAX? | TERMS OF USE | DISCLOSURE | CONTACT
We're done hearing "Mom! I'm bored!" Here are some ideas to help you fight the battle against the B word!
A Summer chore chart and age appropriate task ideas for kids that are easy to follow and customizable for all ages. Get your free printable..
I wanted to share this No Screentime Until Printable Sheet again today because it has been wonderful for our family over the years. It teaches our children that there are more important things in life & screentime is the last resort. It gives them other screen-free ideas to helps them get lost in those activities
Today I am going to share with you some summer boredom busters for toddlers and kids of all ages. Summer is 2 long months mama,…
While visiting the Seattle area, another favorite thing for the kids was just playing with their cousins, and they did a lot of it! One day...
59 Of The Best Homemade Chore Chart Ideas For Kids of ALL Ages – Take a look at these super simple “do it yourself” homemade chore chart ideas and chore …
I recently shared this chore chart image on my Facebook page because I thought it was clever and cute. In response though I got a few unfavorable comments regarding paying children to do chores. These were some of the responses… “Um, NO. Kids don’t get paid for being a contributing member of the family pulling their own […]
Chores help kids learn life skills, responsibility and give them a sense of pride for contributing to their family. Printable Chore Chart included.
With the kids going back to school, it is time to get back into a routine. During the summer it is sometimes hard to stick with the chores routine. Chore Charts are a great visual reminder of what is expected to be done around the house. Now this doesn’t mean chore time will always run
Popular Florida lifestyle blogger, Tabitha Blue of Fresh Mommy Blog, shares her Ultimate Summer Chores Checklist to help you structure your children's day when school's out. Click here now to download her FREE printable!
Are your kids complaining about being bored? Find out why bored kids can be a good thing and ideas for creative kids activities.
Brilliant! Make the kids work for electronics time by doing chores (and things they should be doing any way.) Free summer chore chart printable.
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Summer in our household is officially here! The kids finished up their last day of school last week and it is so wonderful to be "sleeping in" for an extra 30 minutes a day! Ha, ha - I still get up to walk every morning, but instead of getting up at 5:30 AM, I'm now up at 6 AM. Anyway, I am determined to be more organized in the area of summer activities, chores, and media time with my kids. I've been pretty organized before, but I've noticed some problems and I wanted to tweak my plans again. That's the beauty of keeping schedules, you learn to be flexible when it's just not quite right. As they grow, so must your flexibility! Click HERE for FREE printable My kids have daily chores to do every morning before school. Personally, I have found that they have more energy to do them before school, but if they don't finish them they have to do them after school. They have done pretty well at them and, for the most part, I haven't had to push too hard to get them done. Click HERE for FREE Printable So, for summer, I decided that they would have to continue getting their regular morning chores done - minus having to make a school lunch, of course - but added that they have to do TWO more chores each day because this Momma is SO busy now that I need more help around here. I made extra chore cards that they can choose from {above FREE printable}. There are ten cards. They can choose two each day, but then they have to put the cards back into the cup so they don't repeat the same chores that week. It starts all over the next week. {Yes, I know there are two of the cards that are the same, and that's on purpose so they do it twice in one week, but must choose a different area to organize}. They like this part because they can choose their own chore and have some part in deciding what they want that day. I've also got to get their time in front of the screen under control. I have always restricted their time in summer to two hours a day of media time, but haven't had a good way to keep track of it. Media, in our household, is defined as: TV, Wii, Ipad, or computer. You could also call it "screen time" or something like that. I don't have a problem with media on a small scale. I DO when they get obsessed with it and act like zombies and it rules their whole day. So, I came up with this idea. I made these "media minutes" sticks {well, laminated cardstock} and they get 8 of them each morning. Each one if is equivalent to 15 minutes. I have their first initial on them and they can decide how they want to use it - use up all their time at once, or a little at time. I also give "bonus" media minutes for various things and for reading. Whatever they don't use up at the end of the day gets put back and start with two hours the next day - they don't get to save up those 2 hours. However, if they got bonus time {I mark these with an asterisk} they can hang on to those and use them. So far, they love it and are doing well with them. Let me tell you what this is teaching my kids. It's teaching them that media is fun, but not necessary. It's teaching them how to save - for instance, saver vs. spender. Are they going to use a little throughout the day or all at once? It's a great prep for money useage, too. They are finding lots of other ways to keep busy - alone or with each other. My kids are 13 and 8. Could they have done this many years ago? I believe so. I think these visual sticks are going to help them and we can all keep track of how much time they spend in front of the "tube" watching and doing stuff. The last kid things I've done are money making chores. I know a few of you don't believe in paying your kids to do things. I also don't pay my kids to do regular household chores - we all have to pitch in and I'm not going to pay you $1 to clean up after yourself. But, those harder chores are great ways to teach them to make some money and learn great life-long skills. I asked my FB readers last week to help me out with this, and they gave me some great ideas: Mow the lawn Pull weeds for an hour Rake leaves for an hour {or a certain area} and clean up Sweep for 30 minutes Scrub walls in the house Scrub BBQ and outdoor furniture Wash windows Wash the car Vacuum the inside of the car Special projects that come up I have another big list of more chores too that they came up but they are more of just a list of chores that may or may not be paid. The list above is the one I came up with for my own kids to do for some extra money. I have made it a printable, should you want to also make your own $$$ chore cards, but if you don't like these {or want them personalized} I will be posting soon {like next week} about how to make your own chore charts and schedules. Once you learn how to make your own chore charts, you can tailor it to your own family needs...won't you like that? Has your summer officially started? Like what you see here? Consider becoming a follower or subscribe via email! Join me on Facebook - where we interact and have lots of great fun. You can also see behind the scenes pictures and fun stuff I do on my Instagram! Parties: Tip Junkie Women Living Well
Organizational hacks, tips and tricks for a stress-free summer with your kids. Smart ideas including routine & chore charts, "I'm bored" activities & more!
Summer is officially here in the Pratt house! Emily’s last day of school was last week, and the kids and...
In addition to our fabulous summer bucket list and activity list, we have a Bored Jar that I made last summer and that Cass has updated using lolly sticks. ...
Summer is right around the corner, and with it comes the incessant “Moooooommm, I’m booooored.” You know the phrase. Well today we have the solution! Introducing the “I’m Bored” Jar. The best part about it is that you can fill it up in advance with lots of fun and simple activities. Get your little ones […]
An easy tutorial to create a DIY Washi Tape "I'm Bored" Jar. Includes 30 activities- some fun, some chores. I plan to implement this system over summer.
Ikea First :59 & Morning Motivation Solution Use these awesome chore charts to get your kids motivated and moving in the morning.
UPDATED for 2024! Our latest summer schedule template! This comprehensive and easy-to-use template is perfect for planning and organizing your summer activities. With features like a printable summer planner, kids chore chart, and editable options, you can customize it to suit your needs. Keep track of your summer bucket list, set up a summer checklist, and create a structured kids summer schedule. Our Summer 2024 Planner is designed to make your summer memorable and organized. Don't miss out on this essential tool for a fun-filled and productive summer season. Get your hands on our summer schedule template today! ******************** WHAT’S INSIDE ******************** ★ 4 page Portrait Summer Schedule ★ 4 page Landscape Monthly & Weekly Schedule ******************** HOW TO USE ******************** ★ Once purchased, you will receive a PDF with a link to open the template(s) with Canva. This PDF will be available in the accounts section on Etsy. ★ Click the link on the PDF which will then open the templates on Canva online. ★ In Canva, change the colors to your needs, add any additional images you want. ★ Once you're finished editing the template, feel free to download or edit as much as you want. ★ Come back and leave a review, it helps grow our small business! ****************************** WHAT CAN YOU EDIT? ****************************** ★ Colors ★ Content (text, size, color, font, style) ★ Move & Scale Elements ******** TIPS ******** ★ Make a copy of the templates on Canva before editing. This will keep the original templates as a back up if you make mistakes. ★ Basic knowledge of Canva is useful when editing the templates. ★ Use the desktop version and Google Chrome for ease of editing the templates. ★ This is a digital download, no physical item will be sent to you.. ★ Favorite our store to receive discounts and notifications of new products. **************** FEATURES **************** ★ Instant Download ★ Easy to Edit ★ Use with FREE Canva account ★ Unlimited personal use of the template ★ Customer Support ★ Beginner friendly ****************************** TERMS & CONDITIONS ****************************** Due to the nature of the digital product, we do not offer any returns, exchanges, or refunds for any purchases. It is your responsibility to make sure our products are fit for your use before making a purchase. This is a digital product and no physical or printed product will be shipped By purchasing this digital product, you agree not to share, reproduce, duplicate, copy, resell or redistribute this product in any form. File sharing, distribution, and commercial use of this file or of the printed work from this file are prohibited. PrintablesSierraDawn will not be held responsible for any printing errors.
Kids obsessed with the tablet? Try trading clean time for screen time! Plus download a free chore chart printable to limit their screen time.
INSIDE: Using a chore chart is an easy way to teach kids responsibility. Download our customizable free printable chore charts right here!
Organizational hacks, tips and tricks for a stress-free summer with your kids. Smart ideas including routine & chore charts, "I'm bored" activities & more!
If you have kids, you are most likely familiar with the question "when can I get on my iPad?" I know I am! As a mom, I don't mind if my kids have a bit of screen time here or there, but I want to make sure they've done all that they're supposed to do before they even ask for it. So, my solution is a simple, easy to understand laminated checklist chart. Complete the items on your "tablet", then you can have your electronics. This chart comes as pictured, with two blank spaces you can write in specific tasks using a dry erase marker (not included). Colors and design of this chart CAN NOT BE CUSTOMIZED AT THIS TIME. This is a digital download. No physical product will be sent to you. There are no refunds on digital products. Once purchased, you can find your download in your email or by clicking on the YOU icon on the top right of the Etsy homepage and scrolling down to "purchases and reviews". This is a PDF. You will need a PDF reader to open this file. This file is NOT EDITABLE. Interested in a printed or customizable version of this chart? Click here: https://www.etsy.com/LittleLennonsLLC/listing/591015002/summer-electronics-checklist-printed?utm_source=Copy&utm_medium=ListingManager&utm_campaign=Share&utm_term=so.lmsm&share_time=1522698430818 This chart is ©Little Lennons LLC 2018, all rights reserved. Little Lennons LLC watermark will not appear on printed chart Visit my shop page for more unique chore charts! littlelennonsllc.etsy.com
The kids say "I'm bored, Mom"... how many times do we hear that? Especially during the summertime. It can be challenging beating the boredom that school free days brings. I have found that no matter what I plan out, there will always be boredom and it is helpful to have some answers ahead of time.
The Bored Jar is a fun way to give your children activities and chores when they get bored. Made with a jar or bucket and activities written on items inside
As my kids get older and older, my time with them under my roof gets shorter and shorter. Funny how that works. I know there will be days in the future that I'll ...
Big announcement today guys – we’ve got ourselves a new MPMK contributor! MJ is an amazing graphic artist who’s going to be creating a bunch of lovely printables for us in the coming months. She’s also an endlessly creative blogger and mom of three just like me! (The mom of three part – I can only strive to her …
Organizational hacks, tips and tricks for a stress-free summer with your kids. Smart ideas including routine & chore charts, "I'm bored" activities & more!
The Bored Jar is a fun way to give your children activities and chores when they get bored. Made with a jar or bucket and activities written on items inside
I have revised my cleaning cards and want you to have some too! You can download yours HERE! PLEASE share the love and pin this on Pinterest, be sure it links back to this page though. I’d also love it if you shared it on facebook 🙂 Thanks! I laminate these, punch a hole in […]
I am your mother, not your entertainer. As mothers, we need to stop feeling guilty when our children are bored. Boredom is an opportunity.
Limiting screen time is HARD! This checklist helps limit it. (I even use it along with my son!) Put it in a plastic sleeve, give them a dry erase marker, and it can be used everyday. Kids....like adults....love to check off accomplishments, no matter how big or small! If you like this, you might also like the links below: Chevron Labels! Get organized with these colorful, easily editable labels! I also have an antique chalkboard themed set in my store. Sentence Building ~ Throughout the Year~ Bundle Writing ~ Response to Literature! Reading for the Main Idea! Plants Unit and Craft! Morning Work ~ 3rd Grade!!! 72 Pages with answer key! Thank you for visiting my ~Peas in a Pod ~ Teachers Pay Teachers store! https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Peas-In-A-Pod Copyright: Copying any part of this product and placing it on the internet in any form (even personal/class website) is forbidden and is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).In purchasing this resource, you are agreeing that the contents are the property of Peas in a Pod and licensed to you only for classroom/personal use as a single user. I retain the copyright, and reserve all rights to this product. Thank you! ********************************************************************* Please click on the green star on any of my pages. You'll hear about upcoming FREEBIES! Leave feedback and receive TPT credit! Next to each title is a Leave Feedback button. Click and leave a rating and comment to receive the credit. Go to TPT Credits to learn how to redeem your credits! ;)
I have revised my cleaning cards and want you to have some too! You can download yours HERE! PLEASE share the love and pin this on Pinterest, be sure it links back to this page though. I’d also love it if you shared it on facebook 🙂 Thanks! I laminate these, punch a hole in […]
While visiting the Seattle area, another favorite thing for the kids was just playing with their cousins, and they did a lot of it! One day...
Have you heard the words, "I'm bored" in your house? The Bored Jar with free printables is your key to summer boredom for your kids!
