Make a Father’s Day deployment care package for dad. You will so much making this together and filling it with all of daddy’s favorite things! Kids can write cute messages such as I think you are SUPER and Thank you for being mommy’s hero” Father’s Day care package Idea Super hero dad! He will adore opening up specially selected treats that you have selected for his enjoyment. You don’t even have to use a big box as shoe boxes can fit a surprising amount of fun inside them. If you want to keep the package light – fill it with items such as teabags, popcorn and socks and notes or crafts from kids.
Father’s Day crafts to include would be hand print art from kids or pictures of dad and the kiddos in a popsicle stick frame made by little hands. Cute little magnets can be made or why not include a paper hand print bouquet to brighten his space while he is away from home. It will also help kids to connect with dad in a special way while he is not at home – they know that they will be bringing a smile to daddy’s face when he sees their cheerful crafts that they’ve made for him.
Filled with his favorite snacks and a little surprise gift, this box will make Dad’s day extra special.
Supplies
- A sturdy gift box (a shoebox or mailing box works great!)
- Colored paper or cardstock (for decorating)
- Letter stickers or markers (to personalize the box)
- Dad’s favorite snacks (chips, chocolates, candy, nuts, etc.)
- A small wrapped gift (handmade or store-bought)
- Ribbon or twine (for wrapping the gift)
Instructions
Line the inside of the box with colored paper or tissue paper. Use stickers, markers, or cut-out letters to decorate the lid with “Father’s Day”. Pick an assortment of Dad’s favorite snacks—chips, nuts, candy bars, jerky, or homemade cookies! Wrap a small present (like a handwritten card) in brown paper and tie it with twine or ribbon.
Attach a gift tag with a personal Father’s Day message. Place the wrapped gift in the center of the snacks. Ensure everything is neatly arranged, so the box looks full and exciting when opened!
More ideas
Fill plastic eggs with sweet notes and pictures from the kids to recreate this idea.
You’ll have so much making this together and filling it with all of daddy’s favorite things.
