Fun Ways To Get Children Involved With Your Move!

May 18, 2024

HAVE FUN WITH THE KIDS BEFORE YOU MOVE!

A little girl is sitting at a table with a cake in front of her.

Moving can be a challenging and stressful time for families, but it also offers a wonderful opportunity to turn the process into a fun and engaging experience for children. By involving your kids in the moving preparations, you can not only make the task more enjoyable but also help them feel included and excited about the upcoming change. Here are some creative and fun ways to get your children involved in preparing for a move, making it a memorable adventure for everyone. And remember, with S.B. Taylor Transport, you have a reliable partner to make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible.

1. Create a Moving Countdown Calendar

One of the best ways to build excitement and keep kids engaged is to create a moving countdown calendar. You can make a large, colorful calendar with the days leading up to the move. Let your children decorate it with stickers, drawings, and notes about what they are looking forward to in their new home. Each day, they can mark off another day closer to the move, which helps build anticipation and provides a visual timeline of the transition.

2. Painting and Decorating Moving Boxes

Turning moving boxes into a canvas for creativity is a fantastic way to get children involved. Assign different colors for boxes that will go into specific rooms in the new house. For example, blue for the bathroom, green for the kitchen, and red for their bedroom. Provide your kids with non-toxic paints, markers, and stickers to decorate the boxes. This not only makes packing more fun but also helps with organizing and identifying which boxes belong in each room once you arrive at your new home. It can turn the mundane task of packing into an exciting art project that gives them a sense of contribution and pride.

3. Scavenger Hunt for Packing Supplies

Kids love a good scavenger hunt, and you can turn the search for packing supplies into a fun game. Create a list of items needed for packing, such as bubble wrap, packing tape, markers, and labels. Hide these items around the house and give your children clues to find them. This activity not only keeps them busy and entertained but also ensures that you have all the necessary supplies ready for the big packing day.

4. Organize a Garage Sale Together

Moving is the perfect time to declutter, and having a garage sale is a great way to get rid of items you no longer need. Involve your children by letting them help sort through their toys, clothes, and books to decide what they want to keep and what they can part with. They can also help set up the garage sale, create signs, and even manage a small stand to sell lemonade or snacks. This teaches them about organizing, responsibility, and the value of letting go of old things to make room for new experiences.

5. Pack a Special Moving Day Bag

Help your children pack their own special moving day bag filled with their favorite snacks, toys, books, and a few comfort items. This gives them a sense of independence and ensures they have their essentials handy during the move. Encourage them to include items that will keep them entertained and comfortable throughout the moving day. It’s also a great way to involve them in the planning process and make them feel like an important part of the moving team.

6. Explore the New Neighborhood

Before the big move, take a trip to your new neighborhood with your children. Explore local parks, visit the new school, and check out nearby attractions. This helps them get familiar with their new surroundings and builds excitement about what lies ahead. You can also create a list of places to visit and things to do once you’ve settled in, turning the exploration into a fun adventure.

7. Moving Day Photo Album

Documenting the moving process with a photo album is a great way to capture memories and make the experience more enjoyable. Give your children a disposable camera or an old smartphone to take pictures of the packing process, the moving truck, and their favorite moments along the way. Once you’re settled in your new home, you can create a moving day photo album together, reflecting on the fun and the journey of moving as a family.

8. Celebrate with a Moving Party

Once all the hard work of packing is done, reward your children with a moving party. It can be a small celebration with their favorite treats, games, and maybe even a movie night with a picnic of their favorite foods. This helps to end the packing phase on a high note and gives them something to look forward to after all their help and hard work.

Involving your children in the moving process not only helps ease the transition but also creates lasting memories and strengthens family bonds. By turning packing and preparations into fun activities, you can transform a potentially stressful time into an exciting adventure. At S.B. Taylor Transport, we understand the importance of family and the value of making moving a positive experience for everyone involved. With our reliable and professional moving services, you can rest assured that your move will be smooth and stress-free, allowing you to focus on creating new memories in your new home. Happy moving!

< Older Post

Newer Post >

Overwhelmed by Packing? You Don't Have to Do It Alone

By Brie Grant • January 31, 2026

Moving is stressful enough. Packing doesn't have to be. We've heard it countless times: "I know I should start packing, but every time I look at my closet, I just freeze." Or "I'm working full-time, managing kids' schedules, and now I have to pack an entire house in three weeks?" Here's what we want you to know: You don't have to pack your own boxes. It's Okay to Ask for Help There's this unspoken expectation that packing is just something you should do yourself. Like somehow you're not a capable adult if you can't manage to wrap every dish, fold every piece of clothing, and label every box while juggling everything else in your life. Let us be clear: that's nonsense. Packing an entire household is physically exhausting and emotionally draining. You're handling memories with every item. You're making a thousand tiny decisions about what goes where. You're doing this while probably also managing work, family obligations, and the million other details that come with moving. Asking for help isn't a luxury—it's smart planning. What Professional Packing Actually Looks Like When you work with S.B. Taylor Moving for packing services, you're not just hiring people to throw things in boxes. You're working with a team trained in the art of careful, thoughtful packing. Our team approaches packing the same way we approach moving: with care, compassion, and respect for your belongings and your story. Here's what we can help with: Full packing services - We pack everything, room by room, with systematic labeling so you know exactly where things are when you arrive at your new home Partial packing - Maybe you want to pack personal items yourself but need help with the kitchen, garage, or those overwhelming "everything" rooms. We work alongside you. Unpacking and setup - Moving day is exhausting. We can unpack boxes, put dishes in cabinets, hang clothes in closets, and help you settle in so you can actually sleep in a functional bedroom that first night. Organization as we go - With my 20 years of experience as a CNA working with seniors and families in transition, I understand how overwhelming it feels when you can't find anything. We organize as we unpack so your new space is actually livable from day one. Why Our Packing Services Are Different Before I started S.B. Taylor Moving, I spent two decades as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I worked in memory care, hospice, and with veterans. I learned how to handle people's most precious belongings during vulnerable moments. I learned patience. I learned how to read what someone needs even when they can't articulate it. That background shapes everything we do. Our team isn't just trained in proper packing techniques (though we absolutely know how to wrap a wine glass so it arrives intact). We're trained to see you as a whole person, not just another job on the schedule. We understand that the box of photo albums isn't just heavy—it's your entire family history. We know that packing up a nursery when you're downsizing hits differently than packing up a garage. We get that sometimes you need us to just quietly work while you process, and sometimes you need us to chat and keep things light. We're caregivers who happen to pack boxes. When Packing Help Makes the Most Sense You might benefit from professional packing if: You're moving on a tight timeline and there aren't enough hours in the day You have mobility limitations or health concerns that make packing physically difficult You're managing a household move while working full-time or caring for family members You're downsizing from a long-term home and feeling overwhelmed by decades of belongings You have valuable or fragile items that need specialized packing You're already emotionally exhausted and need someone else to handle the logistics You simply don't want to pack and would rather spend your limited time on other priorities That last one? Completely valid. How It Works: The Three-Day Process Day Before Moving Day: Packing Our team arrives with all supplies and packs your entire home systematically. We use detailed box labeling—not just "kitchen" but "kitchen - everyday dishes and coffee mugs." This makes unpacking SO much easier. Moving Day: Strategic Placement We load everything, transport it to your new home, and here's the key: we set up your bed first and place every box in its correct room. No mountain of boxes in the garage. No digging through the living room to find your kids' school clothes. Everything goes where it belongs from the start. Day After Move: Unpacking With our detailed labeling system, we know exactly which boxes need unpacking first. We unpack strategically—kitchen essentials, bathrooms, bedrooms—so your home is functional, not just full of empty boxes. You can cook dinner and shower in a space that feels like home, not a storage unit. This three-day approach means you go from packed and ready to settled and living in your new space in 72 hours. Real Talk About Cost Yes, professional packing is an additional cost. We're transparent about that. But here's what we've seen time and again: people who try to do everything themselves often end up: Taking time off work (lost wages) Buying supplies piecemeal at retail prices (expensive and inefficient) Packing poorly in a rush (leading to damaged items) Arriving at their new home completely exhausted and unable to function Taking weeks to unpack because they're overwhelmed When you factor in your time, energy, and peace of mind, professional packing often makes financial sense—especially during an already expensive and stressful life transition. You Deserve Support Moving is ranked as one of life's most stressful events, right up there with loss of a loved one and divorce. You're not being dramatic if it feels hard—it is hard. At S.B. Taylor Moving, we built our entire business on a simple idea: people deserve compassionate support during life transitions. Whether you need us to pack three boxes or three thousand, we're here. Whether you're moving across town or across the state, whether you're upsizing, downsizing, or just sizing differently—we've got you. You don't have to do this alone. Ready to take packing off your plate? Call S.B. Taylor Moving at 207-502-4035 or visit www.sbtaylortransport.com to schedule a free packing consultation. Serving York and Cumberland counties with the care you deserve.