Dear Reader,
As I was walking around our local dollar store, I came across these cute little bags. I figured eh, why not! Something that takes zero prep work once we get home is always a bonus! and the fact that it cost me $3 ($1/kid) was a win. so I grabbed them. Apparently they’re trendy, because since doing this project, I’ve seen some at Walmart, too. They’re just canvas bags, not super high quality or anything.
The kit came with markers, so when we got home, I handed each of them a bag and a snack, and they all colored while I put groceries away. I usually have to wrestle all the favorite foods away from little fingers before everything gets opened or crumbled or squished before I can get it all put away. It was kinda nice to have the lack of “help,” for a change.
I don’t really know what we will do with the bags afterwards. Maybe they can use them to wrap gifts in. It’ll all depend on whether they’re determined to carry them around. Honestly, even if I get sick of them around my house or if they rip, I won’t be overly concerned, because I bought them for entertainment value. These 2 love to color, and color everything (even if they’re not supposed to), so although it’s great for the pincer grasp skill (something big sister really struggles with), for them, it’s more about giving them something they enjoy. If your kids are more like said big sis, this is a great activity because it lets her color something that isn’t just a coloring book, so it’s novel. I’ve found that to be pretty helpful for her. She’s more excited to do something if it’s new. Especially something she doesn’t like doing.
