Here are some fun summer activities to do at home with your kids. Summer is officially here! It’s starting to heat up outside, the sun is shining, and it’s the perfect time to let loose and have some fun with your kids! There are so many fun things to do in the summer that you’veRead More
Ice-Cavating: Summer Fun with Ice Blocks
This super fun activity is a great way to kill an hour or so on a hot summer day. We have done this several times the last couple summers and the kids never get bored with it. This is a great activity for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Ice-Cavating: Summer Fun with Ice Blocks To create theRead More
Garden Dirt Slime Recipe
This Garden Dirt Slime Recipe may be the dirtiest good clean fun your child has this spring! What kid doesn’t like digging in the dirt a little bit? I don’t blame them, I adore it too. This Garden Dirt Slime Recipe is great when they have to be indoors and need something fun and creativeRead More
25 Ideas for Summer Boredom Boxes
Kids already complaining about being bored? These 25 ideas for summer boredom boxes with keep them entertained with things you already have on hand. It’s here, I thought I had more time but before I knew it summer was here. And it has brought with it the constant refrain of “Mom there’s nothing to do!”Read More
How to Make Sponge Water Bombs
Are your children ready to haul out the sprinkler and have some cool summer fun? If so, why not craft these easy, no-sew sponge water bombs for them to use? You can make your own sponge water bombs in just seconds (yes, seconds!) and use less than $2 in supplies. When you are done, youRead More
Summer Games and Activities for Kids
Are you eagerly waiting to watch the summer Olympics? These fun Summer Olympics games and activities for kids are a great way to celebrate the sporting events that are hosted at these magnificent games. The 2021 Summer Olympic Games are right around the corner and will be a huge National focus for the majority of theRead More
Water Gun Fun for Kids
Bored kids stuck at home on a hot day is not a fun combination! Here are some ideas for summer water gun fun for kids. Growing up, a good water gun was all that was needed for hours of childhood fun. There are countless things you can do with a good water gun and onlyRead More
7 Ways for Kids to Explore Nature This Summer with Kids
Here are 7 Ways for Kids to Explore Nature This Summer that we particularly like that allow us to dive into nature studies. There are many educational and enjoyable ways to explore nature year round. Whether you homeschool with the traditional calendar, year-round, or you don’t homeschool at all and are just looking for ways to makeRead More
Tips for Hiking with Kids
Use these tips for hiking with kids to make your next family hike more enjoyable. Hiking can be a fun and very frugal family activity. A lot of people with young children tend to stay away from hiking for several different reasons. Some think their children won’t be able to handle a hike and othersRead More
Backyard Camping Ideas for Kids
These backyard camping ideas are perfect for when your kids want to go camping but you don’t have time to get away. Backyard camping is also a great way to introduce kids to camping before a real camping trip. You and your family don’t have to leave your home to have a great night camping.Read More
10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Keep Cool
Here are 10 fun water and ice activities for kids to enjoy on a hot summer day: We’re more than halfway through our summer break and just now starting to feel the heat. As the kids begin to anticipate school, I’m trying to get them outside while they still can. But, it’s just too hotRead More
100+ Fun Summer Activities for Kids That Won’t Break the Bank
If your kids are already complaining about being bored, this list of 100+ fun summer activities for kids is for you! Not in the mood to hear “I’m bored!” all summer long? Then take a peek at these 100+ fun summer activities for kids. They include outdoor activities, art tutorials, games, crafts, and tips for makingRead More
Summer Bucket List Ideas
Do you want to make a summer bucket list with your kids this year? Here are some summer bucket list ideas to inspire you! You’ve probably heard the term “bucket list” and if you haven’t it’s simply a list of everything you want to do before you die. I don’t know about you but IRead More
How to Use Camping to Teach Survival Skills to Kids
Camping is a fun family activity, but you can also use it to teach your kids some life skills. Here is how to use camping to teach survival skills to kids. Summer months mean tons of time to use camping to teach survival skills to your kids. Not only is the warmer weather a great reason toRead More
Outdoor Water Activities for Kids to Beat the Heat
Beat the heat with these outdoor water activities for kids! Nothing beats the heat of summer like splashing around in the water. Jumping in a pool is surely a ton of fun, but not everyone has access to a swimming pool. Fortunately, there are tons of ways to get wet and have some fun evenRead More
Making Toy Boats with Kids
If you are looking for a fun, inexpensive craft or activity to do with your kids this summer- this one covers both, it is fun to make and then double the fun when playing. We pulled out a bunch of our supplies and made 3 different kinds of boats, it even turned into a bitRead More
Summer Reading Programs for Kids
Here is a list of Summer reading programs for kids. It was compiled by Melissa King of This Mommy Saves Money. Children can lose up to 2 months of reading achievement during the Summer months. Help your children gain reading skills instead of losing them, with these fun Summer reading programs that will engage andRead More
10 Educational Sidewalk Chalk Activities
Make learning fun and active with these educational sidewalk chalk activities! Summer fun often includes sidewalk chalk. We all have memories of spending endless days scribbling on the ground only to be excited when the rain washes it away and we can start over from scratch. If your child comes in and does not need aRead More
Fun Ways for Kids to Play in Mud
Icky, sticky, gooey, stinky mud is one of the most amazing sensory tools you will find. When we were kids, our parents would send us out to get covered in the stuff. We loved it and it provided us with the sensory stimulation we needed. This summer, I dare you to put the kids inRead More
How to Keep Your Child on a Routine This Summer
Summertime can be hectic for parents and children alike. It can be hard to find things to fill the day. Fortunately, keeping your children on a routine can help eliminate some of this stress. Not sure how to do this? Here are some helpful tips on How to Keep Your Child on a Routine ThisRead More
