Ideas for a Shoebox
By packing a shoebox full of practical yet fun items, you are taking the Gospel of Jesus Christ to a child and their family who may have never heard of Jesus.
Be practical and creative, giving items that both fun and useful, while a young child may not use a flashlight or sewing kit, their family will, therefore benefitting the child. Approach filling a shoebox like you would approach picking out a gift for a friend’s child, not as an opportunity to unload stuff you don’t want.
Shoeboxes should be returned by November 20, 2016!
crayons
coloring books
t-shirts (child size)
ball
bar soap
bracelet
*bandana
pencils & pens
pencil sharpener
duct tape
travel size games – checkers
deck of cards
hacky sack
harmonica
yo yo
hat
glue sticks
scissors
small stuffed animal
small crafting kit
post it notes
highlighters
small notebook
chalk
watercolor paint sets
small etch a sketch
small magna doodle
*socks
back pack
plastic cup
straws
jump rope
*glowsticks
matchbox cars or cars with larger wheels
finger puppets
toothbrush & case
toothpaste (Expiration after 6/2017!)
washcloth
Bar of soap & case
wet wipes
travel pack of tissues
hair ties
headbands
barettes
band aids
hair brush
flashlight and extra batteries
For Older Boys:
Tools – hammer, screwdriver, wrench or pliers, duct tape, measuring tape
Fishing supplies – add in a small fishing kit, fishing line, hooks
Binoculars
Kaleidoscope
Plastic Magnifying Glass
Watch (Simple)
Handkerchief
Collapsible water bottle
Harmonica
Duct tape
Zip ties
Tarp
For Older Girls:
Small sewing kit
Bracelets
Barettes
Coin purse
Sticky notes
Watercolor paint set
Yarn
Colored Sharpies or markers
Ink pad and stamp set
Clothespins and Heavy String
DO NOT INCLUDE: Used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures (includes pictures); chocolate or food; out-of-date candy; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans.