Camp GonnaWannaFly

Hey everyone!
Your probably thinking "What in the world is camp gonnawannafly?"
It is an at home camp you do with your family and you do alot of fun activities and of you come up with a name and do all sorts of crafts also. Sound like fun? It is a ton of fun!! My sister and I will be having lots of these camps this summer. One will be all about water (swimming, water balloons, etc..)  We made a bunch of files.(Schedule, Songs, Devotions, Theme Verse, and Activites) I printed the schedule on three blank index cards. Also because we are christians I printed out devotionals from a website. The name of our camp is DONT FORGET WHO YOU ARE Camp! :) (DFWYA for short) Our camp is all about summer and getting into not doing school. In other words we are forgetting about schoolwork and having fun being ourselves!

 Image is from Google Images

                                                                        Schedule:

Morning Schedule

7:30 am  Wake Up

7:30 am Get Dressed and Do hair

8:00 am  Cafeteria

8:30 am Devotions

9:15 am Brush Teeth

9:20 am Pick Activities

9:30 am First activity of the Day

10:00 am Snack Bar Open (Healthy but delicious snacks ;) !)

10:30 am Swimming

11:30 am Quarter Condition

Afternoon Schedule

12:00 pm Cafeteria Open

12:30 pm Me Time

1:oo pm 2^nd activity of day

2:00 pm Popsicles!

2:30 pm Break

3:00 pm Snack bar open

3:30 pm 3^rd Activity of the Day

Evening Schedule

4:30 pm Break

5:00 pm Walk to Nesters or Bike

5:30 pm Pool Open

6:00 pm Cafeteria Open

7-8pm Whatever, Whenever

8:30 pm Campfire

8:30 pm Devotions and Praise

9:30 pm Lights OUT!

                                 I have Morning Devotional printed out with a staple holding the pages together.

                                 I have the campfire songs also printed out with a staple holding the pages together.

                                 Then I have our theme bible verse also printed on an index card.

                                 Also I have our list of activities printed on a piece of paper.

                                  LAST, I have the schedule above printed on index cards.

                                  We each have our own copies of each of the above items .

                                   All of this is in one, 1 inch binder.

                                                      What are your ideas for Camp GonnaWannaFly?

                                                   Let me know your ideas in the comment section below!

                                                                                            Have Fun!

                                                                                                       Flykid Jess

                                 

                                 

DIY Simple Bracelet

This is the tutorial. :D They are soooo super simple and I love mine!

Here is the tutorial from Sweet Verbena blog:

This project is inspired by one of my first pins. Credit goes to that first pinner out there who saw it and realized they could make it themselves.

Do you use Pinterest? It's funny how a site filled with such creativity can make me feel so un-creative. Like everything has been done before and no matter how great I think my idea is, chances are, someone has already done it. But maybe that's okay. I suppose creativity isn't defined by originality. And at the same time it makes me happy that such a creative network is growing on the web. That as a viewer, you can search just about anything + "tutorial"and find a step-by-step guide. What a long way we've come since our grandmother's generation of seamstresses.

Anyway, you can find me here on Pinterest if you'd like to see my other pins.

Materials:

Embroidery Floss

Beads (optional)

Hollow Charms like these:

Tutorial:

Cut 2 18" lengths of thread. Pinch the middle of one thread and pull it through the charm.

Then take the ends of the string and pull it through the loop.

Pull tight and repeat.

Cut and tie off ends with a bead.

Make a bunch more!

I almost threw my largest gold hoop away, before twisting it into this neat infinity shape. This one may actually be my fave now!

Wouldn't these be great bracelets to make and sell for a cause? Especially with that "believe" circle charm that I used. My supplies (from Hobby Lobby) were relatively inexpensive. Maybe you could even find some wholesale charms somewhere on the web?

Enjoy!

~ From Sweet Verbena

 

 

Right now my blogger isnt working well so I cant upload my photos but when it starts working I will ost the pictures of the bracelet I made!

 Have fun!

 Jess

SURPRISE CHALLENGE and Organization DIY

Hey Flykids! I have a challenge for you and I dont think your gonna like it BUT we can do anything for 15 minutes, right?!

SO here it is : Clean under your bed for 15 minutes! Not sure how to organize underneath your bed - Flykid to the rescue! :)

Do you have some bags you could put stuff in?

Organize your stuff into bags according to items for example : cars and trucks, crafts, etc...

Do you have some cardboard boxes? 

Organize the stuff into cardboard boxes according to items (like above) Boxes are great for stuffed animals! You can also use a sharpie or marker to label each box!

Do you have plastic containers?

You can do the same thing with these as above (although dont use sharpie on it, as you may decide to use it for something else..)

But remember - dont keep things you dont LOVE - Bless someone else with the stuff you dont love!

     

                     Do 15 minutes and then STOP!

                             Flykid Jess

Decluttering 101

"The 27-Fling Boogie

We do this assignment as fast as we can. Take a garbage bag and walk through your home and throw away 27 items. Do not stop until you have collected all 27 items. Then close the garbage bag and pitch it. DO NOT LOOK IN IT! Just do it.

Next, take an empty box and go through your home, collecting 27 items to give away. Suze Orman teaches this in her book, The Courage to be Rich. This will change the energy in your home and bring about good feelings. Every time I do this I feel better and my home is becoming decluttered in the process. As soon as you finish filling the box, take it to the car. You are less tempted to rescue the items.

Rule of thumb: if you have two of any item and you only need one, get rid of the least desirable.

I also sing a wonderful song as I am doing this fun job: “Please Release Me, Let Me Go,” as sung from the stuff’s point of view!

Hot Spot Fire Drill

Here is a problem that we all have and continue to struggle with: hot spots. What is a hot spot?

A hot spot is an area, when left unattended, that will gradually take over. My favorite analogy is of a hot spot in a forest fire; if left alone, it will eventually get out of hand and burn up the whole forest. This is what happens in our homes. If left unattended, the hot spot will grow and take over the whole room, eventually making the house look awful. When you walk into a room, this is the first thing you see.

Remember, clutter attracts clutter! Do you have areas like this that continue to grow if left alone? Does the rest of the family see this as a place to put things when they do not want to put them where they belong? It is our job to nip this in the bud! Get rid of that pile, find the surface underneath, and stop this hot spot from becoming a raging clutter inferno! Watch for the Hot Spot Fire Drill reminder, then try it — it works!

Five-Minute Room Rescue

This is a reminder to spend just five minutes clearing a path in your worst room. You know this area of your home: the place you would never allow anyone to see. Just five minutes a day for the next 27 days, and you will have a place that you can be proud to take anyone!"

                                ~ from Flylady.net

Now I know that what flylady wrote was meant for adults but you can easily adapt it so that it works for you. For example- where it says your home insert your room. De-cluttering is where you get rid of the stuff you don't like or use so you have more room. Did you know that you don't have to throw out all the stuff you don't use?!  If the item is usable - you can donate it (If you ask your mom about donating your items I am sure she can help you donate your items to help other people.) The above items are just some tools to help you declutter. 

            Remember:" If its fun it will get done!" ~ flylady

                              Have fun!  

                              Flykid Jess

Small Art Case DIY

I found this really neat project to do: Click Here
(Instead of using the supplies she used to cut I used sissors and a knife(PLEASE ASK YOUR PARENTS BEFORE YOU DO THIS!!!!) and instead of her tape or whatever she used I used a hot glue gun (Be careful with this as it can get very very hot!) ) I used denim for the fabric and a cracker box for the cardboard.

 Have Fun!
     Jess

GET ER DONE Homeschool method

Hey Homeschooled flykids!
Here are a couple of tricks for getting schoolwork done while still having breaks!

1. Do 1 subject and then take a 15ish minute break (depending on how long the subject took you)

2. Set the timer for your subject and if you finish before the timer goes off you can use that time to play. When the timer goes off get back to work!

3. Try to stay away from the computer ( I personally do cyber school and have a hard time staying off of facebook and pinterest and pretty much every other website or blog about crafts or organization or flylady TBH I am still very much trying to work on this because for me it is the nearing the end of the year and I am plain ol' tired of school work! Okay - enough rambling...)

4. Do you like checklists? I DO!! I LOVEEE checklists!! Here are some cool checklists you could use: http://www.chartjungle.com/checklists/checklist-numbered.html
Doesnt really have to do with school but I thought you would like it (A checklist...) : http://www.freeprintablebehaviorcharts.com/chore%20charts%204-10%20pdf/Things%20To%20do%20without%20list.pdf

5. For a checklist good old notebook paper works well :)

6. Or maybe you have a planner? Here is a video on how to use your planner well (This is not my video and I cannot take credit for any of it.) www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nc7vwfkYAk

                                                  Have Fun!!
 Here I am giving you tips to get done school when I am blogging during school time...
                                                Must work on focusing..
                                                           Flykid Jess

Homework Methods and Homework Station

Hey Flykids!
Yeah - homework isnt fun but the faster you get it over with, the faster you can put it back in your backpack and forget about it. I have a couple of tricks for doing homework.

1.  You can try doing 1 subject of homework and then take a 10-15 minute break and repeat. Be sure to set a timer while taking your breaks so you dont get sidetracked!

2. You can do 15 minutes of homework 5-10 minute breaks until it is finished. (Again make sure you set a timer! (Idea from flylady.net)

3.  If you can concentrate how about asking your parents if you can get a desk to put in your room and close your door or you can make  this :

How to make it : http://voices.yahoo.com/kids-homework-station-minutes-4144559.html?cat=25


                                     Happy Homeworking! (You right now : Happy? Yeah right! Shes crazy.. :P)
                                                                          Flykid Jess

DIN Principle

Hey Flykids!
Your probably wondering what the DIN Principle is! DIN stands for DO IT NOW. The principle part, well, doesn't have much meaning here. When can you use the DIN Principle? ALL THE TIME!

1.When you come in the door instead of dropping your schoolbag or whatever you have in your hands by the front door - just put it right where it belongs. (Doesn't have a spot? That is where de-cluttering comes in.. I will write my next post on de-cluttering!) This keeps it tidy and then your parents don't have to yell at you to put it away or ask you over and over again while you are playing video games or doing something you like to do.

2. When you get home from school do your homework now. ( I have a few secrets for that.. And if you are home-schooled, like I am , I have tricks for getting schoolwork done (I will post about it very soon! :D)

3. When your parents ask you to do something DIN. This may seem like a bother but the quicker you get it done the faster you will be able to get to play! (whether that means video games etc...)

4. When you get up in the morning do your MR right away! Same with your BBR :D

5. When you play with something or get something out - put it away right away when you are done with it.

6. When you change clothing - if that pair of clothing is dirty - put it in the hamper.

          These are just a few ideas! I am sure you can come up with many more example!
                                         Have Fun!
                                             Jess

Control Journal Day 10

Today is the last day for the steps! Of course you will have to remake your routines as seasons change and maybe this summer that routine will involve going out side! ( Make sure you have parents permission to go outside) Maybe you can add a wishlist to you control journal or a summer wish list ( Family movie night, picnic, sleep in tents, have a sleep over...etc)


            Have fun!!
               Jess
I am sooo proud of you for making your control journal and doing your routines!!

Control Journal Day 9

Hey all!
I have a couple of things I am going to show you today but it is your choice to put this in your CJ or not.

I added a Bedroom detailed cleaning (Based on Flyladys Childrens bedroom detailed cleaner)  (I would probably do about 3 a week through out the month)

And I added a weekly room blessing that I (try to) do on Mondays.

Have fun!!

 Flykid Jess

Control Journal Day 8

Today do alllll of your routines!!







 
                           " Bring it on bro!"







                                             




                                                 I AM SOOOO PROUD OF YOU!!!
                                                                     
                                                                    Have Fun!

                                                           
                                                                           

Control Journal Day 7

           Hey Everyone!
 Now it is time to make your after school routine or when you get time routine. This is what flylady had as an example after school routine:

Afternoon School Routine
1. When you get home from school. Change your clothes. Put any gym
clothes in the hamper or even the washer to get them ready for next class or
practice.
2. Get a healthy snack, some water and sit down to do your homework.
3. Get out your timer. Set it for 15 minutes.
4. Work on your school work for these 15 minutes. Stay focused for the
whole time and you will get to take a break for 15 minutes and play a game
or listen music.
5. When the timer goes off you get to take a break. Set the timer again and
when it goes off, jump back into your homework. Keep doing this till your
homework is finished.
6. Check your calendar for any projects due that you need to work on. Do
not wait till the last minute to get started. Doing a little every day will make
it much easier on you. We call this the project mode.
7. Are there any household jobs that are your responsibility? Use your timer
to get these done too. They will not take very long to do them. Get them
done and you won’t get those looks from your parents. Put your gym clothes
in the dryer and the put them back in your back pack.
8. Put a smile on your face and give your mom a hug. Ask if there is
anything you can do to help with dinner. You will get a chance to see her
faint. It is always fun to keep our parents on their toes.
9. I am so proud of you for following your routines and helping yourself get
your homework and household chores done without having to be told.


    This is my when I get a chance routine:

Mine is basically a when you get bored list ( Except for the clean the cat litter..lol)

                                           Have Fun!
                                                   Jess

Control Journal Day 6

Do you MR and your BBR today!










Have Fun!
 Jess

How is it going?

So how are your routines going? Comment below to let me know! (Even if you arent a kid, I would love to hear what your routines are and how they are workign for you!)

                         Cant wait to hear from you!
                                Jess :D

Control Journal Making Day 5!

Do you MR AND your BBR! You can do it!!



       I am super proud of you!
                Jess

Control Journal Day 4

Hey Flykids!
Excited? Well I told you today would be a little more exciting... So here it is - You get to make your MR now... Okay not really exciting but isnt it better then just being told.. " Do your BBR."?  And I have some cute/funny pictures for you today!

My MR:

Have Funnn!!
    Jess :D

Control Journal Day 3

Do your BBR Routine!! (Hint: Tomorrow is more fun...)
      
        Make it fun - it will get done!
                   Jess

Control Journal Making Day 2

Today do your BBR! (For about 2 days after you make a routine I will tell you to just do your routine, no making any more routines :) )

       Have Fun!
             Jess

Control Journal DAY 1

 Hey Flykids!
Here is step 1 to making your Control Journal (Of course you can always use Flylady's free one but for those of you who want to do it on your own ... well here are the steps.)

Heres Step One:
Make your BBR (Before Bed Routine) and do it tonight and the next night and the next night etc..
Here is my BBR!

It Consists of :

1) 5 minute room rescue (Pick up your toys and put away for 5 min)

2) Clothes out for tomorrow

3) Pajamas on / Shower

4) Dessert/Snack

5) Brush Teeth

6) Devotions in Bed

7) LIGHTS OUT!!!

You should have a binder to put your BBR routine in (3 hole punch it and put it in the binder)

OPTIONAL : Ask your parents for a Sheet Protector to put your routine in and then put it in your binder.

Have Fun!

Jess

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6 

Day 7 

Helpful Links

Hey Flykids!
I thought I would make a post with helpful links to help you through your flykid journey (That's really what it is!)

Online Timers -
Regular Timer: http://www.online-stopwatch.com/countdown-timer/
BOMB Timer (because it must be fun to get it done!) :  http://www.online-stopwatch.com/bomb-countdown/
SAND Timer:  http://www.online-stopwatch.com/eggtimer-countdown/
Lots of fun timers : http://www.online-stopwatch.com/classroom-timers/

Student CJ : http://www.flylady.net/i/pdf/student_coj.pdf

Chore Chart makers: http://www.dltk-cards.com/chart/

Game we play in this flylady chat room* :
Card game : http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AQ2t_o7_sOIJZGRuMmNuNDdfMjJjc3J2djVjaw&hl=en 
Cards to play game: http://www.random.org/playing-cards/

Giving Your Children Wings Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GivingYourChildrenWings

Giving your Children Wings Flylady Website: http://www.flylady.net/d/gycw/
 Have Fun!
    Jess


* When  you get into the chatroom - make sure you have parent permission and you put your age next to your name. When I get in I put my name like this Jess(13)