A great way to keep a kid occupied is to make them write up (or draw up) a list of things around the house. Then, let them follow you around while you guys try to find all the things on the list! You can take turns being the “hunter” in this game. You can even give clues, like "hot" or "cold."

TELL US NOW! Share your own babysitting survival secrets by picking the blue SUBMIT YOUR OWN button. Your kid-sitting know-how could get you featured right here!

4/30/2009 7:00:00 AM