Workboxes

I have created my own version of Sue Patrick's Workbox method http://www.workboxsystem.com. Seriously, this is the BEST invention ever! It's like a mini Christmas morning everyday. The kids are getting much more schoolwork done in a fraction of a time.
Each boy has 12 workboxes that I bought at IKEA. I made custom tags with numbers 1-12 and a character for each boy (Harry Potter and R2D2). The boys do the boxes in consecutive order and put the velcro tags on their 'completed' sheet. I also put 'fun' things along the way: 15 min free time, a special book, clay, puzzles, ride bike, tend the garden, game, paint, 15 min computer time, music cd and note that says dance, play dog with mom (3yo favorite), snack (I actually put the snack in), etc.
I put a 'Mom's help' tag on the box if the activity requires my help and try to plan the boxes so I don't need to help both boys at the same time.
Another important thing that I do is put all their materials and accessories in the box. For example, if they do computer work, I put their headphones in the box or if they do map coloring, I put the map colors in the box.  Saves so much time and distraction!
This system is definitely creating much more independence and it gives them a sense of accomplishment that they were not getting before.
This was a bit of effort to set up, but the time I save daily is well worth it.