Coupons for Me & You

This is a variation of an activity that my former colleague, Gary, used to do with his class for Father’s Day.  You can add jobs or activities- the focus is for things to do together.

It does not need to be restricted to just dads- it can include grandpas, uncles or a mentor.

This activity was featured on The Crafty Crow!  Check it out- you will not be disappointed!

http://www.thecraftycrow.net/2014/06/2-unique-last-minute-gift-ideas-for-fathers-day.html

It was also featured on:

http://friendstitch.over-blog.com/

Materials

• Light coloured paper
• Coupon template coupons_for_you_and_me
• Scissors
• Pencil
• Eraser
• Pencil crayons
• Sewing Machine/ Thread OR Stapler

Directions

• Print the coupon template (as many times as you like for as many activities as you want to include.  It is also good to have back-ups for mistakes.)

• Fill in the activities (e.g., going to the library together, raking the lawn, buying dad a coffee with your allowance, riding the subway etc.)

• Add an illustration of you and your dad/ special male figure.

• Cut out the pieces.  Stack them up.  Sew the double lines with a sewing machine or staple along that area.

• Remove the thread from your sewing machine and sew along the single line (as shown) to create a perforated edge (for tearing the coupons off)

• Give to your dad, grandpa, uncle etc.

Purpose

• Creating reasons for writing and understanding the components of various writing forms.

Safety Notes

• A sewing machine should be used by an adult or with direct adult supervision depending on the child’s age and abilities.
• Use a stapler with caution/ adult supervision.