Day one of my kids out of school, I knew I would need something to occupy their four rambunctious minds. So (of course) to Facebook and Pinterest I went in search of ideas! My number one priority was to avoid my kids spending the entire summer plopped in front of a screen, be it TV, video game or tablet. I melded a few ideas together and came up with this printable!
We are on day four of our School’s Out Rules and all of us are stoked. The sun peaks through their windows, and shortly thereafter they run through their list. And let me tell you, my kids have never made their beds without complaints. Yet this one little printable has worked a Summer Miracle for each member of my not-so-little family.
Asking if they can watch this or play that? Eliminated! Their answer is on the sheet.
Tapping on my arm incessantly while I
‘m trying to get work done? Almost non-existent (I do have a 3 and 4 year old who can’t read yet).
Running under my legs during my home yoga session? … Okay, that one hasn’t changed much. But…
The “B” word (B-O-R-I-N-G) hasn’t been said once in this house! Because now they have options. They know the ground rules. They know what has to be done first. (And parents, here’s an awesome side effect. While they are accomplishing these little projects in order to get some screen time, they get so caught up in building something or making a craft or reading or playing outside…that they far exceed the time frame listed.)
By the time they have finished this set of projects, I say they’ve earned their screen time!
If you want this kind of freedom fun for your family, I’ve made it downloadable for you! If it doesn’t fit your child’s needs, feel free to make your own. All I know is that as parents we have to stick together. Especially during summer break!
Click here to download your very own copy of School’s Out Rules! And enjoy!
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