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Every year Mother’s Day is the second Sunday in May. Wouldn’t a busy mom appreciate a breather now and then? You can make a coupon booklet filled with special favors you promise to do for mom. Then mom can cash in a coupon any time she’s ready for a little break or a helping hand. It’s a simple gift, but one that keeps on giving all year long and that any mother is bound to truly enjoy. Remember to have an adult help you with this project.

• Sheets of 8 1/2 x 11 paper in light colors
• Markers, colored ink pens, or crayons
• Scissors
• A ruler
• Stapler
• Stickers (optional)
• Glue and glitter (optional)

1. Fold the sheets of paper into 3 equal parts.
2. With the scissors, cut along the folds, creating the coupons.
3. With the ruler, draw a line the length of the coupon.
4. Print the favor on the line.
5. Use your creativity to decorate each coupon. Add stickers or glitter if you like.
6. Staple the coupons together to make a little booklet.

Need some coupon ideas?

• One Dish Washing
• One Back Massage
• One Big Hug
• One Car Wash
• One Dog Walk
• One Whatever Mom Wants
• One Take Out the Trash
• One Mom Chore
• One Breakfast in Bed
• One Fold the Laundry with a Smile
• One Empty the Dishwasher
• One Dog Wash
• One Half Hour of Quiet
• One Set the Table
• One Hour of Gardening