Introduce them to after-dinner Jello-shots, made with rum instead of tequila. Works for annoying adult family members as well.
Vodka is best...no alchohol taste and they'll think they are eating candy.
Wait, we're talking about kids, right? How could I be so thoughtless.
Jello pops made with vodka. Kids love popsicles.
Yes, I am adding humor to a serious situation. That's how I cope with 4 hours sleep. It's called sleep deprivation and introduces demented thoughts.
I like the idea of the headphones, the egg crates or some type of foam, or yelling SHUT THE HELL UP.
Best idea yet is the headphones, pleasant relaxing music that you like, and get some sleep. Me? I'm going back to bed. Gotta work tonight.