Minding My Business

crayola supplies

• Erasable Colored Pencils
• Blunt-Tip Scissors
• Construction Paper

household supplies

• none

Why

Put kids' brains and bodies in motion. Children learn responsibility and independence while flexing their writing and creative thinking skills.

Steps

1. 1. With your family, think about what kind of business you could start. Be creative! You might walk dogs or take in mail for neighbors. Or, if you're good at a skill, such as the computer or reading to younger kids, offer those services. Think of a fitting name for your business.
2. 2. To make your own business cards, cut construction paper into business cards with Crayola® Scissors.
3. 3. Design a background and logo on your cards with Crayola Erasable Colored Pencils.
4. 4. Write important information on your cards including your name, your business name, and what you do.
5. 5. Always ask your parents before you give out your cards, and only give them to people you know.

When & Where

"Kids made business cards for our careers unit. Many scouts used them later."
- Colleen S., scout leader.

"Career Day at school was a lot more meaningful for kids this year because they made their own Minding My Business cards."
- Andres T., PTO member.

Interesting Info

A bibliophile is a person who collects rare books. A bibliopole is a person who sells rare books.

Safety Guidelines

Adult Assistance is required for this arts & crafts project.

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.

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