How to Make an Activity Jar
Pick up your supplies., Cut long strips of paper. , Write on the strips., Fold up the strips., Label the jar.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Pick up your supplies.
You need a Mason jar (or any jar), paper, scissors and pens. -
Step 2: Cut long strips of paper.
, Write down activities that you enjoy doing and that help to keep you busy.
The idea is to spark your motivation when you don't feel it.
Ideas include:
Kitchen activities:
Cooking, baking, making chocolates or candies, making gift cookies, making Marzipan models, etc.
Living room activities:
Watching movies or TV shows, doing a jigsaw puzzle, playing on the iPad, playing music, etc.
Quiet activities:
Reading a book, writing poems, taking a nap, deep thinking, etc.
Outdoor activities:
Playing sport, going for a run, riding the bike, walking the dog, clearing the yard, etc. , Once they're small cubes, pop them into the jar. , Write "Bored Jar" on a small piece of paper, and tape/glue it on the jar. -
Step 3: Write on the strips.
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Step 4: Fold up the strips.
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Step 5: Label the jar.
Detailed Guide
You need a Mason jar (or any jar), paper, scissors and pens.
, Write down activities that you enjoy doing and that help to keep you busy.
The idea is to spark your motivation when you don't feel it.
Ideas include:
Kitchen activities:
Cooking, baking, making chocolates or candies, making gift cookies, making Marzipan models, etc.
Living room activities:
Watching movies or TV shows, doing a jigsaw puzzle, playing on the iPad, playing music, etc.
Quiet activities:
Reading a book, writing poems, taking a nap, deep thinking, etc.
Outdoor activities:
Playing sport, going for a run, riding the bike, walking the dog, clearing the yard, etc. , Once they're small cubes, pop them into the jar. , Write "Bored Jar" on a small piece of paper, and tape/glue it on the jar.
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