Comments on: Summer Boredom is Not an Option

By: Elle

Elle — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 15:12:45 +0000

nice post
I have a nine and thirteen year old, and if they say they are bored they will be doing chores. That is the way my mom raised me. it is a taboo saying around here also.

By: Brianna

Brianna — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 23:27:14 +0000

I love the question you ask, “What will you do about that?” I can even start using that with my kids (nearly 4 and just over 1) to help them see that THEY have the power to change things with their actions – a lesson that we’re working hard to teach our older child through example and baby steps! Even preschoolers can learn to see how they make a difference through their choices.
I’m bookmarking your site to refer back to your list of ideas – I think they’re fantastic and I’m already brainstorming ways that I can adapt it to our family of younger kids!

By: Joanna

Joanna — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 08:54:55 +0000

This is a great list to refer to. I am definitely going to use this for all my kids school holidays and I feel my kids will feel happy to be involved in helping to decide what activities they can do.

By: Cathy | Mommy Motivation

Cathy | Mommy Motivation — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 03:42:57 +0000

Oh – I’m SO going to use these principles in my house. We’ve gotten as far as “I’m Bored” = chores. But I’ve heard in a couple places this week about sitting down together with the kids to discuss the schedule and outings. This will be so good for us! (my girls are 7,4,2 so we are at a great place to implement some long-term strategies).

Great blog!
thank you.

By: Cindy

Cindy — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:35:48 +0000

Great ideas, thanks for sharing! And thanks for stopping by and commenting on my “boredom buster” ideas too.

By: Kelly

Kelly — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:53:27 +0000

Laura – I do feel very fortunate to have this opportunity with them. Not all our moments at home are stellar, though;) There’s a lot to be said for the quality time you do have with your kids.

By: Laura

Laura — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 21:36:14 +0000

I just love your schedule, I really wish I could have one similar. Unfortunately I work full time and only have 22 days a year to be with my kids full time (not including weekends of course) so almost all activities are done by daycare. This situation makes me really sad because I can’t follow my kids on a daily basis. I’m glad someone can.

By: Morning Rose

Morning Rose — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 19:12:20 +0000

Those are good tips for summer. We try to keep the kids busy so they won’t be bored, with lots of field trips, park outings, baseball and swimming planned this summer. I also encourage them to go outside a lot, so when they come in they’ll want to play with Legos, read, or do something quiet.

By: Holly Schwendiman

Holly Schwendiman — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:27:28 +0000

Perfect timing as it’s just the subject we tackled the last couple of weeks in our house. I think seeing how often we take responsibility for their entertainment is critical and a big part of correcting the problem.

Hugs,
Holly

By: Jen

Jen — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 13:04:56 +0000

Great ideas! I love how you answer them by asking them what they are going to do about their boredom. That is terrific! I’m stealing that.