Wednesday, September 17, 2008

The Room Fairy

I got this idea from my friend Katie. Maybe it's silly, but for right now, it is working wonderfully. I told the kids that the "Room Fairy" came and visited Ash and I one night and said she'd be visiting Elle and Micah's room regularly from now on. If their room is clean and tidy, she leaves some fairy dust, a note, and a small treat. If their room is messy, she leaves a friendly note reminding them she will be back. Now they stay up until their eyelids fall, hoping for a glimpse of the Room Fairy. I have never seen them clean their room so fast as when I remind them that they never know when the Room Fairy might be in our neighborhood. I'm sure our strategy will change as Eliza and Micah get older, but for right now, it's fun. Thanks, Katie!

11 comments:

Aaron said...

I love this idea. I think i will try it. Thanks!

Jodi said...

That is such a cute idea!! You are such a good Mom !

Kelly said...

Great idea! I think I might try it too! Do you have any ideas on how to get rid of monsters, besides the monster spray and just plain old saying there aren't any monsters??

Aroura said...

love it!

Adri said...

That is a pretty creative idea. I may have to try that.

Jamie said...

What a fun idea. Thanks for posting it.

Kristine said...

Well beings that you are just a block away--she will have to pay a visit to our house as well! :) Thanks for sharing!!

The Banks Family said...

You are very welcome! I actually got the idea from my sister-in-law, who got the idea from her friend. I wish I could take credit for it... I works awesome, huh?

Natalie N said...

Great idea! I wonder if it will work on my kids!

onlybegottenson said...

Did you get this idea from when we were kids and I told you about the poo' fairy? I'm going to teach Ellie and Micah about her next time I visit.

familia Bybaran said...

Such a wonderful idea! Will definitely try it.