Tuesday’s Challenge – Make up a rainy day box

Having a rainy day box of fun stuff is something I always say I’m going to do, but never take the time to actually make one up.  So, today I’m going to get it done.  I challenge you to make one as well for that next rainy day or day that mommy has tons to do and need some special activities to keep the kiddos busy.  You can do this by spending no money or go out and buy a few things.  I have an empty plastic container in the garage so I’ll be using that.  I’m going to put in some toys that I know won’t be missed on a daily basis, but that the boys will love when they see them.  I’m adding in finger paints and some special coloring books.  I had also picked up some little craft project kits on clearance at Walmart the other day.  I think I’ll stick those in as well.  Here’s a list of some fun items for your Rainy Day Box and you can have fun letting your kids decorate up the box for you,

• board games
• puzzles
• a favorite video
• a few books
• some special craft items just for this box
• a tent or some extra blankets laying around to make one
• flashlights
• fun toys that won’t be missed on a daily basis
• those kids meal toys we all have too many of laying around
• dress up clothes

The key is to find things that will be special for those days and will excite your children.  You can even hide your box in a special place and the first game of the day will be for them to find it.  Have fun!