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The BEST Boredom Buster Jar for Kids + Video

Jun 21, 2018 · 19 Comments

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Who else is worried that their kids will be bored this summer? Well, this is the BEST Boredom Buster Jar for Kids. You just can’t go wrong by creating this for your kids and using it even year round. Kids get bored, it’s a part of their nature. However, it’s nice when they have something they can go to when they’re bored. It’s good for them to feel bored, but we should give them tools to help them find things to do.

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No parents want their kid to just sit there and play on electronics all summer. The BEST Boredom Buster Jar for Kids can be created for your home and I’m going to show you how. Moms and dads don’t despair because your kids may be bored but at least you’ll have a solution to put into action ASAP!

Related: Galaxy Jar Kids Activity

Boredom Buster Jar For Kids

What You Need

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Whitepaper

Colored printer paper

Tape runner (or other adhesive)

Scissors

Paper cutter is handy but not needed

Related: 60 Summer Outdoor Activities for Kids

How to make the Boredom Buster Jar

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Print the jar label on white paper.

Cut out the label for the front of the jar, there are two options available. Also, cut out the circle template for the top of the lid.

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Use the tape runner to affix the label to the front of the jar. The circular label fits in between the lid pieces, but use a little tape to make sure it’s secure.

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Print the ideas on the colored paper. Cut them out using the paper cutter to make this quick.

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There is a blank printable for your own personal ideas. Or better yet, write chores on these as a Boredom Bummer!

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Use a round marker or pen to help roll the ideas up & shove them into the jar.

The Boredom Buster jar is ready!

Related: Exploding Science Experiments for Kids

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Boredom Buster Jar Details

Course: Kids Craft
Cuisine: Craft
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 1 jar
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What You Need

  • Whitepaper
  • Colored Printer Paper
  • Tape Runner
  • Scissors
  • Paper Cutter optional

Directions

  1. Print the jar label on white paper.
  2. Cut out the label for the front of the jar, there are two options available. Also, cut out the circle template for the top of the lid.
  3. Use the tape runner to affix the label to the front of the jar. The circular label fits in between the lid pieces, but use a little tape to make sure it's secure.
  4. Print the ideas on the colored paper. Cut them out using the paper cutter to make this quick.
  5. There is a blank printable for your own personal ideas. Or better yet, write chores on these as a Boredom Bummer!
  6. Use a round marker or pen to help roll the ideas up & shove them into the jar.

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Adult DIY, Kids DIY boredom buster, kids activity, Summer

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Comments

  1. tayn says

    February 27, 2019 at 8:03 pm

    where do you actually find the printout for this activity?

    Reply
    • Marissa says

      February 28, 2019 at 11:13 pm

      Hello!

      You will have it emailed to you if you sign up to get the newsletter at the bottom of the page. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Haley Ross says

    June 3, 2019 at 1:09 pm

    please send printable

    Reply
    • Marissa says

      June 5, 2019 at 3:13 pm

      It autosends when you enter your email address at the bottom of the post.

      Reply
  3. Cortneigh says

    April 11, 2020 at 9:55 am

    Please send the printable. Thank you!

    Reply
  4. Jane says

    April 17, 2020 at 11:29 am

    Great!

    Reply
  5. Rebecca says

    May 13, 2020 at 6:09 pm

    thanks

    Reply
  6. Carlyn says

    May 18, 2020 at 8:55 pm

    This si great

    Reply
  7. Carlyn says

    May 18, 2020 at 8:56 pm

    This is great

    Reply
  8. Johna Sereg says

    July 21, 2020 at 8:56 am

    Can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
  9. Sarah Guest says

    October 20, 2020 at 5:31 am

    Great activity thanks

    Reply
  10. Serena says

    February 1, 2021 at 10:15 am

    Thank you!

    Reply
  11. Caitlin says

    April 8, 2021 at 6:02 am

    just here for the printable…

    Reply
  12. Mallory says

    August 16, 2021 at 3:45 pm

    Cute!

    Reply
  13. Linds says

    September 10, 2021 at 10:40 pm

    Sounds like fun!

    Reply
  14. Susan Harris says

    February 11, 2022 at 2:51 pm

    Cute idea!

    Reply
  15. Libby R says

    February 13, 2022 at 3:05 am

    I don’t know where to find the printable labels?

    Reply
  16. Glenda says

    May 25, 2022 at 8:45 am

    Looking forward to trying this!! Please send the printable.

    Reply
  17. Rachel says

    June 5, 2022 at 1:02 pm

    Thanks!

    Reply

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