My great friend Tina inspired this wonderful St. Patrick's tradition in our home. It's a great way to have some fun with your little ones!
Leprechauns are a rowdy little bunch, and they love playing pranks. So, throughout the day, create little "pranks" that have been pulled by those pesky little leprechauns: pile all of the stuffed animals on the bed, put the couch cushions on the floor, turn over the chairs at the kitchen table. Whatever silly, fun little pranks you can come up with that will bring out the laughter!
Later in the day (after nap, after dinner, after bath), the pesky leprechauns who've been wreaking havoc all day will surprise your child with a special treat. Leave a trail of gold coins (real gold dollars or chocolate covered). At the end of the trail lays a fun "green" treat. My son will be getting a green gift bag filled with green pencils, a green silly straw, a green ball, a leprechaun cup, a green toothbrush, and green M&Ms. Go big, go small, just go for fun!
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
