In the evenings, I try to stay off of the computer, but sometimes I just need to get a few things done. This was the case last night, and in an effort to find a task that would keep the kids busy and happy while in my office we created Kid Sports Cards. Designed to be just like a baseball or football trading card, these little cards fit inside a plastic sleeve. And here’s where the busy part comes in – it takes a lot of careful cutting to cut out Kid Sports Cards then patience to stuff them into the plastic sleeves.
How To:
1. Using a graphics program, remove the background from the photo.
2. Standard card size is 2.5 w x 3.5 h. Setup a file using these dimensions, then added the cutout image of the person.
3. Add a background with a gradient or pattern and let the kids choose their own background colors.
4. Lastly, add text with their names and a bit of text they can write themselves (guess which part that is).
5. Create a sheet with six cards on each, and print enough sheets to keep them busy while they cut and stuff the cards into little plastic sleeves.
Alternate How To (for Susan):
1. Send me a photo of your boys and I’ll send you printable sheets.
Calamity Jennie 
That is the best post ever! Can I arrange for you to come take the photos, get them off my camera, put them on the computer and send them to you too? I love you and yes,…. this is why you are a better mother than me!