We all know how difficult kids can be. I, personally, do not have any children of my own, but I have been in the childcare business for years. One thing that I’ve learned throughout my time spent working with children is that water can be magical in just about any situation. Kids seem to transform when water is involved. It somehow has powers. Here are a few ways that it has saved me from absolute disaster:
1. If a child is on the verge of a massive breakdown, just add water. Handing over a sippy cup filled with some H2O liquid greatness can calm down even the most tearful youngin’.
2. If, for some reason, you do not feel up to dealing with kids today, just add water. Nothing in the world tires a child out more than a day spent in the water. Whether it be the pool or beach, children get so excited to be out in the water. Then, they get so exhausted that your day is over before you know it.
3. When your tots falls down and gets hurt, a simple solution to the pain is to just add water. Once that crisp, cold ice hits their tiny whimpering lips, the whole event stops. They are so distracted by the icy treat that they’ve already forgotten about the painful mishap.
4. Need something to do with your bored toddler? Just add water. Every kid wants so badly to help out in the kitchen, so why not let them? Scoop up a basic cake mix from the store, and create a delicious snack with them. Let them add the water.
Basically, water can heal all things—Boredom, tears, pain, and fear (on your part). So, if you ever find yourself in any situation where you do not know what to do with your overly-hyper or extremely bored child, remember, just add water.
