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Sherry is a Bolingbrook mom and member of Bolingbrook Patch's first Mom Council.Many of us are stuck at home today thanks to more than a dozen inches of snow gracing us overnight.But once the initial excitement of a day off school wears off, it'll be up to you to keep your kids busy throughout the day (not to mention out of your hair). Try some of these fun and easy activities to make your child's snow day extra fun. Cook a special meal. Whether it's breakfast, lunch or dinner, making a meal that is a bit out of the ordinary can be a fun way to engage your kids. It can be something as easy chocolate chip pancakes to an extra fancy dinner. Eat in the dining room and/or …