time timer :: time management solution :: giveaway

I’m a pretty disciplined person, but I have children who are not! I’m trying to teach them to use their time wisely and productively. I’m training them how to make every moment count with our Time Timer. This post will focus on how we use our visual timer in our HOME. It is also great in EDUCATION settings, for those with SPECIAL NEEDS, and at WORK.

About the Time Timer

The timer has a volume control dial on the back. It can be as quiet or obnoxious as you please. As time elapses, the signature red disk disappears creating a clear and simple picture of how much time remains. It has a carry handle made of sturdy plastic, it’s light weight, and the protective lens makes it kid-friendly. No curious fingers can bend or break anything. This timer is a great solution to helping anyone who struggles with time.

Ways to use the Time Timer in your home

The first use is obvious, sometimes we use a timer in our home for a TIME OUT. These are not limited to the kids. I give myself a time out when I find my nose stuck in my phone. I take a time out from social media and don’t touch my phone until the timer goes off. You might be interested in THIS post regarding screen time for adults.

We use the timer to reward the kids with a designated amount of screen time. It’s also helpful for taking turns. In the summer we have timed stations that we will be using the timer for. These stations give me 2 hours to get things done while the kids cycle through these stations every 30 minutes.

All three of our kids have to practice piano each day so that was the number one reason I wanted to add this timer to our home. They were setting a timer on our google home device, but then they would stop to ask “hey google, how much time is left?” The visual aspect of this timer is exactly what we needed.


We have days when the kids have used up their allotted screen time and they make the mistake of telling me they are bored. I set the timer and tell them they have to play outside. My mom taught me that one. I think she would even lock the door, but I might be embellishing my childhood memory. My brothers and I always found something fun to do and my own kids do too.

Homework is a dreaded time of our day. My Charlie has to read for 10-15 minutes each day. He doesn’t love it, but he’s learning how disciplines in his little life are good for him. Another child takes too long to finish his homework so there are days we have to encourage him to work more efficiently.

Lastly, I’ve been using the timer in the kitchen. It sits nicely on the counter and it helps me time all aspects of the dinner prep when I watch the red disc elapse. Speaking of cooking, have you tried any of the great recipes that have been shared lately on the blog?

More ideas…

• Ease and manage daily routines: morning, dinner, cleanup, bath & bedtime.
• Monitor turns and time for homework, computer use, instrument practice and play time.
• Manage time-outs: help children calm down and watch their frustration fade as the red disk vanishes.
• Be punctual: when the red disk disappears, we’ll go!
• Be productive: how quickly can you clean this room?
• Be organized: keep track of valuable time and break large, overwhelming projects into small, manageable 10-minute activities.
• Be healthy: finish your peas before the Timer runs out!

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