Help! I'm Bored! - Over 300 Children's Activities for Ages 2-12 [Spiral-bound]

Janine Lynn (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 2 and up

"Help! I'm Bored" is a fun-filled book of successful children's activities for ages 1 to 12. Utilizing materials found in most homes/schools, it offers both new and traditional ideas to try on a rainy day, in the great outdoors, in the kitchen or on a long, boring car ride. You might want to play a game of Tabletop Hockey, make your own Neon Sidewalk Chalk or whip up some Yummy Yoghurt Pops! If you're wanting to build skills, you can check out the fun ideas and games for improving Spelling, Reading, Writing and Math! The activities are grouped into chapters by related themes such as Special Fun for Little Uns, Creative Arts and Crafts, Outdoor Encounters, Partner Challenge Games, Rainy Day Fun, Recess Romp, Tasty Treats and Terrific Travels. These groupings plus a very comprehensive index makes it easy to find appropriate activities for your needs. Full of graphics and simple instructions, this book is a "must" for every parent, child-care worker or KID!

Editorial Reviews

Review

- A treasure trove of ideas! Activities such as Peanut Butter Play-Doh, Wiggly Wormhouses, Frisbee Football and Nature Scavenger Hunt span a broad range of interest and ability levels. Great for rainy days, this resource should be kept next to the spare fuses and emergency candles! -- Owl Canadian Family, "Reading Room" May/June 1997

Although there are dozens of books like this, the difference here is the activities are simple. You don't need a million supplies and the crafts don't take an engineering degree. Not to mention that these really sound like fun; leg wrestle instead of arm wrestle, or make your own face paint or fabric paint with stuff around the house. A good book for those long days of winter. -- The Citizen's Weekly, Ottawa, "Small Print", January 10, 1999

Help! I'm Bored! is a very practical, hands on book. The ideas are presented clearly and could be used for kids at any ability level. A wonderful resource for kids with or without disabilities! -- Merrywood Easter Seal Camp, May 1999

This is a fine resource for a home caregiver, youth leader, grandparent, or daycare worker. If only two afternoons of activities come out of the 300 suggestions, this book has more than paid for itself. Highly recommended. -- Canadian Book Review Annual, 1997

From the Inside Flap

Welcome to "Help! I'm Bored!" This book is a collection of successful children's activities which I've tested and tried as a youngster, as an elementary school teacher, and as a mother. I began working on this book simply because I wanted all of my favorite ideas, both new and traditional, collaborated into one book, ready to use for any occasion.

The intent of this book is to provide entertainment, while developing co-ordination, co-operation, and creativity at the same time. In addition, I've included a "learn to Read" section, found in "Fun for Little 'Uns" chapter, and numerous pages on fun ways to improve reading, writing, spelling, and math skills, found in "Partner Challenge Games" and "Rainy Day Fun".

Many of the ideas in this book are self-directed, requiring minimal adult assistance, and most of the activities utilize materials found in most homes/schools.

I hope you enjoy "Help! I'm Bored!", and I hope it serves you well on any6 occasion!

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 2 and up
  
• Spiral-bound: 192 pages
• Publisher: Bluebell Cockle Shell Books (January 1, 1997)
• ISBN-10: 0968080901
• ISBN-13: 978-0968080900
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 6.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,541,633 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hundreds of Ideas that Work, May 26, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Help! I'm Bored! - Over 300 Children's Activities for Ages 2-12 (Spiral-bound)

Help! I'm Bored! is packed full of hundreds of ideas that are sure to please any kid. I know they work because I've used many of them myself. Each activity is presented in a unique way that makes them look fun and inviting. The reading level allows kids to read and do many of the activites on their own. A real plus for busy parents. If you need hundreds of ideas in one handy resource, Help! I'm Bored is the book for you.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's a Keeper!, March 23, 2000

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J. Lynn (Edmonton, AB, Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Help! I'm Bored! - Over 300 Children's Activities for Ages 2-12 (Spiral-bound)

"Help@ I'm Bored!" is a lifesaver for parents with children between the ages of 2 and 12. You'll find everything you need to keep them busy and entertained. - - over 300 activities, including arts and crafts, super-easy tasty treats they can make, outdoor activities, games, and even fun ways to improve reading, writing, spelling and math skills. It's a keeper!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have Resource!, February 1, 2000

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Kit Bennett (Rain city, Oregon) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Help! I'm Bored! - Over 300 Children's Activities for Ages 2-12 (Spiral-bound)

This book is a must have resource for any parent,teacher or group leader. As a busy mom,of children with a wide age range, the variety of activities, at my fingertips is so helpful. I will definitely recommend this book to my visitors at Amazingmoms.com...the Author must be an Amazingmom herself!