Oct 16, 2007
For the first time ever, our kids are latch-key for a short while, a couple times per week. Our neighbors keep a close eye on them, and we’ve discussed strict guidelines regarding safety and constructive use of time, but one strategy has been especially helpful. We write reminders on an extra-large Post-it note and stick it on the television.
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9 Responses to “Latch-Key Post-it Notes”
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11:06 pm
LOL! That’s the perfect place to stick it. You know they’ll have to see it!
12:06 am
I need you to make some notes for me and put it on MY COMPUTER
8:27 am
Post it notes come to the rescue ALMOST as often as duct tape!
8:30 am
I totally agree – Post-its could probably solve world peace, if we’d think about it long enough.
Too bad they don’t have a spell-check though. If you’ll notice, my spelling is horrid on quickly-scratched notes;)
9:23 am
Don’t worry, my spelling is just as bad. ALL THE TIME
Great tip! i am hoping one day i can get Anna to do her chores like that.
6:24 pm
Good idea. For MY son, I need to put it on his tennis racket and/or guitar (well, as well as the TV). Good idea though…..
11:46 am
Great list, great placement.
I just want to know when our kids got big enough for this?
Hugs,
Holly
4:52 pm
Latch-Key Post-it Notes
Here’s a tip for parents who are trying to help their kids be efficient for the few minutes they’re latch-key after school. A simple strategy to keep your kids busy while they’re waiting for parents to get home.
9:56 am
I do this even when I am home! I work at home and sometimes am on the phone with a client, so my kids know to come in and check “the to-do list.” I put it on the refrigerator – the first place my kids go when they walk in the door! My kids are 11 and 13, and they know “no tv or computer until jobs are done!” Glad I am not the only dictator out here!
Power to moms!
Suzanne Wells
The eBay Coach