Have some fun putting together a craft box. By having a few items on-hand and in a place where they can be easily located, you can take advantage of spontaneous opportunities to do some simple crafts with your child. A well-stocked craft box will allow your precious time together doing an activity with your child rather than hunting for the supplies.
     It is not necessary to spend very much money on your craft box. The items that I have listed below can be readily found in "dollar stores" or at Wal-Mart. Try to avoid the pricey craft stores if possible.

Start With
Crayons
Fat Markers
Glue stick
White liquid glue
Pad of multicolored 9x12 construction paper
White paper (computer and light card stock)
Plain white and multicolored 3x5 cards

Add On
Glitter
Ruler
Fat Pencil
Fine point markers
Blunt scissors (Fiskars are best)
Velcro
Cheap plastic placemat

Down the Road
Clip clothespins
New sponges
Small chalkboard
Multicolored chalk
Old or Cheap new shower curtain or plastic cloth
(to protect the floor)
Box of watercolor paints
Finger Paints
Magnet board OR large metal lid from metal tin
Like popcorn or cookies come in. An old cookie
Sheet or pizza pan is good too.