The Living Room Fort
One of my favorite memories in elementary school was turning our living room into a huge fort. We had a sectional sofa and loveseat. My brother and I took off all the cushions, turned the couch pieces sideways, and proceeded to create our "secret" hide-away. During the summer, our parents would let us keep it up for weeks! We used blankets for the roof, and brought flashlights inside to read books or just hang out.
Parents, help your kids build memories like these. Don't worry about a messy living room. It can look topsy-turvy for a couple of days, and your children will be grateful for the adventures! By the way, a good sofa can turn into a ship, a train, and a myriad of other imaginative quests.