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How print and planning ahead can make shopping fun

Shopping with a child can be a chore that parents dread, but thanks to some creative planning and help from a print company, it doesn’t have to be that way. When these combine, they can create a retail experience that is positive for all ages, making it a task that both kids and their parents can actually look forward to.

Following mom or dad through a store as they shop can quickly bring on boredom, and a bored child can start to fidget or become noisy. Offering them something to do as a distraction can make a big difference. For instance, a store can set up a simple scavenger hunt activity for its younger customers. Stationery printers can prepare lists of items to find that are hidden throughout the shop, and once a boy or girl checks them all off, they can collect a simple prize. This can provide them with both something to keep them occupied and a chance to learn how to be savvy shoppers.

Some stores offer pint-sized shopping carts for kids who are browsing with their parents. A local retail outlet can have a flyer printing company design shopping lists for kids that they can be sent to area households. Children can prepare these, and they can even be printed with a special coupon that they can redeem for a treat or small token once they have completed their shopping.

Including the whole family when shopping helps to learn how to be wise consumers. Print companies can offer a wealth of ideas that can make the experience fun for kids and parents alike.