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Boredom Busters

Popsicle stick and clothespin airplane craft

February 22, 2019 2 Comments

popsicle stick and clothes pin airplane craft via www.parentclub.ca

This Popsicle stick and clothes pin airplane craft is a fun afternoon project for one kid or a group of kids. All you need are Popsicle sticks, wooden clothespin, glue, magnet (and optional…paint and paint brushes). Follow this easy step by step to turn some dollar store supplies into an afternoon boredom buster… Popsicle stick…

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DIY Tic Tac Toe Game

July 18, 2018 11 Comments

DIY Tic Tac Toe Game via www.parentclub.ca

This DIY Tic Tac Toe Game is a two-in-one activity. And it is PERFECT for summer. It encourages a trip to the beach, rock finding, and a bit of arts n’ crafts. Just the thing for a staycation or summer vacation activity. This boredom buster is super low cost but will influence repeat playing. Here’s how…

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Filed Under: Boredom Busters, Kids Activities, Parent Club 11 Comments

Upcycled DIY Bag Deodorizer

May 11, 2018 5 Comments

Upcycled DIY bag deodorizer EASY via www.parentclub.ca

This Upcycled DIY Bag Deodorizer gets rid of stink in gym bags, shoe bins, and closets. It’s inconspicuous, easy to make, and upcycles items you already have around the house. And er…the kids can make it…so Boredom Buster too! Here is how to make this Upcycled DIY bag deodorizer (in under 5 minutes my friends!)… Upcycled…

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DIY Dinosaur Egg Fossil Dig

January 16, 2018 10 Comments

DIY Dinosaur Egg Fossil Dig with just baking soda and water via www.parentclub.ca

This DIY Dinosaur Egg Fossil Dig is a fun boredom-buster and could be a great birthday party activity. It uses simple ingredients you already have in your kitchen. Low-cost and high-fun-factor — your kids will LOVE this.  Here’s how to do a DIY Dinosaur Egg Fossil Dig… Think of this DIY Dinosaur Egg Fossil Dig for play dates,…

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Filed Under: Boredom Busters, Kids Activities, March Break 10 Comments

Recipe Card/Index Card Notepad DIY

October 4, 2017 18 Comments

Recipe Card Index Card notepads DIY Activity for kids - it's a fun birthday party activity Idea via www.parentclub.ca

OK, this Recipe Card/Index Card Notepads activity is an easy boredom buster (and great birthday party activity!). I have always carried note pads in my bag for my kids. Writing and drawing helps curb their impatience in doctor’s offices and grocery store check-outs. However, I thought…I can turn notepads into a DIY activity for kids….

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Filed Under: Boredom Busters, crafts, DIY, Feature, Kids Activities, Parent Club 18 Comments

Make your own ABC book

March 6, 2017 25 Comments

Make your own ABC book for kids via www.parentclub.ca

This make your own ABC book for kids is inspired by a DIY board book I read back when I was a teen babysitting a toddler. The parent had taken Polaroids of their child’s COAT, HAT and SHOES then pasted them on pieces of paper and made a book. It was a great tool to…

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Filed Under: Boredom Busters, crafts, Kids Activities 25 Comments

15 Activity and School Break Theme Day Ideas for Kids

December 26, 2016 14 Comments

15 Activity and School Break Theme Day Ideas for Kids,-camp-theme-ideas, March break ideas and Spring Break activities for kids

No more “I’m bored!” from the kids! These 15 Activity and School Break Theme Day Ideas for Kids will do the trick to bust boredom (and give you a general game plan for school breaks, staycations, and Camp Mom plans). Seriously. Bookmark, Pin, and print this little gem of sanity saving theme days… 15 Activity…

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65 Must Watch Disney Films | Disney Movies List

May 26, 2016 35 Comments

65 Must Watch Disney Films | Disney Movies List

From Pinocchio to Zootopia  here are 65 Must Watch Disney Films | Disney Movies List. To say this is an Ultimate Disney movie list is an understatement (so many good Disney movies – this list could go on and on!) but it is a good start to ideas for family movie night…  65 Must Watch Disney Films |…

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Filed Under: Boredom Busters, Feature, Kids Activities, Parent Club 35 Comments

20 Travel Activities To Keep Kids Busy

March 7, 2016 26 Comments

20 Travel Activities To Keep Kids Busy

These 20 Travel Activities To Keep Kids Busy are kid-tested (and parent approved) ways to bust boredom when your kids have to sit in one spot during travel. From airplanes to cars to buses kids can get restless being stuck in their seats so check out these ideas on keeping kids busy while you travel… 20…

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Filed Under: Boredom Busters, Feature, Kids Activities, Parent Club 26 Comments

Halloween Costumes, Crafts, Treats

October 29, 2015 13 Comments

Halloween Costumes, Crafts, Treats

Are you Halloween ready? I’ve put together this round-up of Halloween Costumes, Crafts, Treats ideas to help make your Halloween a little easier. From DIY costume ideas for the kids to Halloween arts n’ crafts to non-food treat ideas…I hope there is something here to inspire you to have a spook-tacular Halloween! As an alternative to…

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Filed Under: Boredom Busters, Feature, Halloween, Parent Club 13 Comments

Compliment Books Activity

August 21, 2015 8 Comments

Compliment books activity tween teen girl empowerment birthday party activity

This activity was a HIT. Hit I tell you! I didn’t realize how much the kids would love this Compliment Books Activity – empowering, fun, entertaining, and a great keepsake. And the bonus: seriously a budget-friendly activity. I would highly recommend this for your next play date, birthday party or class mate get together. Compliment Books…

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Filed Under: Boredom Busters, Feature, Kids Activities 8 Comments

How To Make A Spinning Top

July 2, 2015 2 Comments

Boredom Buster: DIY A Spinner via www.parentclub.ca

Need a fun kid craft or activity for today? This tutorial DIY on How To Make A Spinning Top Using a CD is simple and awesome. And it’ll keep a kid busy while you check your email/Twitter/Facebook or drink your morning coffee… How To Make A Spinning Top Aside: my son calls this his bay…

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