Thursday, June 23, 2011

Popping Posicle Sticks into the Oatmeal Can

I had the empty oatmeal container sitting on my counter for about 2 weeks before I finally figured out what to do with it (couldn't bear to throw it away!).

Using a knife, I slit about 8 holes into the top of the lid and gave G a handful of popsicle sticks to push through the holes.  It was definitely a hit!  They make a satisfying little "pop" when they slide in; plus- it's so fun to shake them around once they're inside. 

I didn't anticipate it being a fun toy for M, but she wanted to play with it too.  The nice thing about multiple holes is they can both do it at the same time if no one gets greedy and decides to pick up the container. 

3 comments:

alex scott said...

very sweet blog...
 

Kathleen Newton said...

I hopped up and made this the moment I saw it (which was about 30 minutes ago).  Mikey's been playing with it ever since.  He's even a master of taking off the lid and putting it back on now.  I used a formula can (great use for all the samples you get in the mail) and small popsicle sticks broken in half and filed smooth.  Mini popsicle sticks or pinking shears would have been appreciated in this venture, but alas my supply is without.

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