My kids struggle when I start demanding they clean up the living room. It’s almost like I am standing above them telling them what to do. Well, I guess that is exactly what I am doing. Very few people respond well to that. Sometimes my kids just shut down and cannot seem to remember how … Continue reading Set the Example
“Be on your best behavior,” I said to my boys. “Our guest will soon be here. Absolutely no noise!” DING DONG! Someone’s at the front door “She’s here,” I say. “Our neighbor, Mrs. Greeley. Run along. Be quiet. Go play.” The boys ran off to the back room. They listened to me! “Mrs. Greeley, come … Continue reading The Noises that Boyses Make
Do This, Do That is a game similar to Simon Says. Materials Required: A leader - This person will call out actions A group of people - This game can be played with a large group of people or a small group. It is great for all ages from 4 to 104. Time Required: Games usually last … Continue reading Do This, Do That
We like to play Two-base Kick Ball. The following are the rules: The kids must always be on the same team. Only one parent is allowed to be on the opposing team. Another parent can watch and cheer but cannot be allowed to play. It’s only fair. Along with home plate (usually a pom pom), … Continue reading Two Base Kickball
Materials Required: Somewhere to play - It can be indoors or outdoors A large object - This can be a real table or an imaginary table. It needs to be big enough to run around. A table, a picnic table, a swing set, a cow. If it is big enough to run around it will work. … Continue reading Run Around the Table
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