Remember that survival guide we talked about for beating the “I'm so bored” blues? Well, my younger one asked me if I could let him make a PowerPoint presentation on “Why Lollipops have a stick”!!

This week, we’re empowering the kiddos’ inner tech geniuses (and giving them something to do!) by teaching them the basics of...(drumroll please)...PowerPoint! Yes, the oft-forgotten OG presentation software is about to become your child’s creative canvas.

Just imagine your little one standing before you, giving an intensive hour-long lecture on Why Grass Comes in So Many Shades of Green. Or your 8-year-old gracing the living room “stage”, regaling you with A Chronological Investigation of Shoelaces Through History.

The presentation possibilities are equal parts hilarious and intellectually admirable. Not only will they be flexing creative and tech muscles, but you may be surprised by the random knowledge they absorb while researching their wild presentations.

To make it easy, we've found a good video tutorial that breaks down PowerPoint skills from a kid-friendly perspective. This step-by-step guide will walk your kids through creating simple yet snazzy slideshows from start to finished masterpiece.

Need a little topic inspiration? How about one of these wacky (and wonderful) ideas:

• How to Turn Household Chores into Exciting Sports Competitions

• The History of the Pocket Lint (Yes, it has a history!)

• Why Do We Dream? (The science behind those weird nighttime adventures)

• The Best Uses for Leftover French Fries (Because let's be honest, they always happen!)

• The Upside Down of Australia (Where winter is hot and Santa surfs!)

So there you have it, parents! A boredom-busting activity, a cool new skill, and a healthy screen-time solution – all wrapped up in one fabulous email. You're welcome!

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