HOW TO: Make a Recycled Family Time Capsule

Just ask your child if they know what a time capsule is and they will bubble with excitement. The very idea of placing family objects in a time capsule to be buried or hidden away until a later date is so much fun for kids. Making a family time capsule is a great way to talk about the experience your family has enjoyed together over the years. While making our family time capsule, my son wanted to include items that he cherished – a stuffed animal, a favorite book, and a handful of organic candies. I wanted to incorporate photos from our family’s favorite vacations and a drawing that my son made for me. However, you can put anything that your children requests in the family time capsule, then hide it away to be opened at a later time. Check out how to make your own family time capsule – everything you need is in your recycling bin!