King Features Weekly Service
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May 30, 2016
• Place a small stick-on hook on the back of the high chair to hang baby’s bibs from. This is a great way to make sure a bib or even a small washcloth is right where you need it at all times. • “Tape off a tile on the floor and give little kids a child-size broom. They can practice sweeping into the taped-off area.” — W.I. in Arkansas • A large lidded cereal container makes a great water-tight trash can for the car. Line it with a bag and snap on the lid. When the pour spout is closed, even runny messes are contained. • Stick a paperclip on the end of your tape roll. Never look for the end again. • “Frozen marshmallows actually make good kiddie ice packs. And they’re just what the doctor ordered. Loosely fill snack-size baggies with mini marshmallows. For minor bumps, I tell the kids, “Sit with this on your boo-boo. As soon as it’s feeling better, you can go play and eat the marshmallows for a snack.” It’s not surprising how quickly their hurts are healed.” — W.I. in Ohio • Sprinkles make things like wholewheat pancakes or healthy smoothies seem more delicious. Add sprinkles and a smoothie seems more like a milkshake. Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.