This is from KidsCraft Weekly. I think I can tweek this for older kids and I am so going to get organised to do this!
Do things ever get completely crazy at your place?
Our most feral time is usually towards the end of the day when the kids are hungry and tired, but dinner is still 30 minutes off.
I recently came across a great idea that has helped to restore calm to even our most desperate times. It's called the crazy container and it's a very simple concept.
All you have to do is sit down and think of some fun activities and crafts that can be done with very little preparation. Then, write down the name of each of the activities on individual cards and put them into a small basket or box.
When things are going downhill fast, avert impending disaster by having your little one select an activity from the crazy container.
It's a simple but brilliant idea that has saved many late afternoons in these parts.
If you're interested in starting your own crazy container you might want to check out my list of no fuss craft ideas. Choose the ideas that appeal most to you and you're well on your way to having your very own disaster aversion device.
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