Cleaning supply closet. Found fifteen foam crosses from some craft months ago. Just sitting there collecting dust.

Made me think about all the crafts kids took home and probably trashed within two days. Maybe hit the fridge for week before disappearing.

Such waste. Time money effort for stuff that doesn't stick around long enough to remind kids of anything.

Started making crafts they'll actually use instead of just cute stuff that keeps them busy twenty minutes.

Tonight we're talking about bookmarks they actually read with. Prayer rocks that go in backpacks. Memory verse bracelets kids wear and explain to teachers. Window clings for car rides that remind whole family.

Plus why doorknob hangers work better than foam decorations. How lunch box notes encourage kids at school. And what happens when crafts serve actual purpose instead of just looking adorable.

Warning: your supply budget might improve when you stop making throwaway junk.

For teachers tired of making crafts that disappear immediately, leaders who want kids remembering lessons all week, and anyone ready to try useful over cute.
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