Repurposed Boxes: Notebook Fun

I really love this idea! Especially for school. And it is so easy for kids (even young ones) to do. Here are the materials and instructions:

Colorful cardboard boxes, such as cereal, cracker or other lightweight product boxes from your recycling bin

• Office paper

• Rubber bands

• Golf pencils (optional) found at the office supply store

• Stapler

• Scissors or craft knife

• Cutting board

~~~~~~How to Make:~~~~~~

1. Cut out box sections for covers and paper to 2 inch x 4 inch pieces.

2. Draw score lines on the cardboard for easier folding by running a straight line down center of the back side with a ball point pen.

3. Fold sets of six paper pieces together in half and line up with the cardboard cover.

4. Slide the stack into the stapler and staple the fold.

5. Fold the notebook in half, add a pencil and secure with a rubber band.

Now I know with three kids the cereal boxes and snack boxes are in endless supply. So I think they are really going to enjoy personalizing their little books by choosing just the right design or picture to cut out.