THE MAGIC BOX: Boredom Buster for Kids

Created by Mark Morgan • Free Printable Activity Kit

📦 What Is the Magic Box?

The Magic Box is your new secret weapon. It’s not high-tech or expensive—it’s just a box filled with surprises that spark creativity, imagination, and independent play.

📦 How to Use It:

1. Get a shoebox or small container.2. Label it: “ONLY OPEN WHEN YOU’RE BORED.”3. Fill it with the fun stuff below.4. Let the kids explore!

🎁 Magic Box Ideas:

- Crayons or markers- Small notepad or paper- Stickers- Sock puppet- Wooden spoon- Free coloring pages from MarkMorganBooks.com- Printable recipe cards (mac & cheese, chocolate gravy, etc.)- Fun Challenge Cards (included below)

🎲 Challenge Cards:

✏️ Draw a dog flying an airplane.🧠 Build a tower using only socks.🎨 Make a monster using stickers.🔎 Find 3 things that start with the letter M.📚 Tell a story about a crayon that comes to life.🍽️ Pretend you're a chef. Create a recipe using toys.🦖 Draw a dinosaur riding a scooter while eating spaghetti.🐛 Make up a bug and describe what it eats.

🔗 Helpful Links:

• Download free coloring books: www.markmorganbooks.com/coloringbooks

• Try kid-friendly recipes: www.markmorganbooks.com/blog

• Explore children’s books: www.markmorganbooks.com/books

🧡 Created with care by Mark Morgan • MarkMorganBooks.com