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Father’s Day Gift Ideasby Deborah SheltonThe Five Minute Parent Stumped on what to get Dad for his special day? Here are a few fun and creative ways to show him just how loved he really is. * Extra Special Father's Day CardStretch your arms out, parallel to the floor, and lay your arms and head on a sheet of butcher paper. Let someone else trace the outline of your hands, arms and head with a pencil. Fill in the details yourself with crayons and markers. At the top of the paper, above your head, write "Happy Father's Day!" At the bottom, write "I love you thiiiiiiiiiis much!" Roll the paper and place it inside of a cardboard paper towel tube. (It's okay if the paper pokes out of the ends.) Decorate the tube with stickers. * Breakfast of Champions Help prepare Dad's all-time favorite breakfast, and serve it to him in bed. Be sure to include orange juice, the Sunday newspaper and your special Father's Day card! * Movie Marathon Rent Dad's favorite movies; have all of his favorite munchies on hand and pile up together on the sofa for a movie marathon! * A Penny for Your Thoughts Take a leisurely stroll with Dad around the neighborhood, and just talk. Super simple and so enjoyable. * They're Playing Our Song Call a local radio station and request a special song just for your dad. "This next song goes out to Deborah's Dad-- she thinks you're the greatest. Happy Father's Day!" Make sure Dad is listening when it plays! * Zzzzzzzzzz Give Dad what he really wants: Play quietly while he enjoys a much-deserved nap. Deborah Shelton is the author of The Five Minute Parent: Fun & Fast Activities for You and Your Little Ones. Visit The Five Minute Parent for fun rainy-day activities, family links, and a free email newsletter filled with craft ideas, guest articles, contests and so much more! This article provided by the Family Content Archives Please post your ideas for Father's Day on the Holiday Message Board *The pages on Lady PP's Heart of the Home are being re-formatted. Page designs may vary until this process is completed. The newly formatted pages will contain links to additional information in the right hand column that you will find useful. No right click ResourcesLinks are provided for your information and enjoyment. The links do not imply endorsement of the sites' products or advice. |