When the kids are home for the summer, it can be overwhelming to think about keeping them busy and out of trouble. Thankfully, there are plenty of things your kids can do without breaking the bank. Here are a few Cheap Summer Activities for Kids to enjoy while they’re home on break. Cheap Summer Activities forRead More
Solar Nightlight Craft for Kids
If you have been to the dollar store lately, you may have seen the many solar lights available to you for just a buck. And while these look great lined up on your patio or in a flower bed, they can also be used indoors too! These can make excellent night lights for kids, andRead More
25 Summer Activities for Kids
This summer you can keep your kids busy with these 25 Summer Activities for Kids. Not only will these things keep your kids happy on long days, they will be learning in the process. There are so many fun things for kids to do that will help them to build character, strength and simply haveRead More
Tips for Enjoying a Day at the Zoo
Going to the zoo is one of the most exciting things you can do as a child. The memories you make there can lead to lifetime of love for animals and even create a future zoologist. Kids are naturally drawn to animals and will enjoy every minute. The key to enjoying your trip is toRead More
DIY Cooling Sponge Bracelets for Kids
When I was little, I remember being told to splash water on our wrists to keep cool on a hot day. The cold water when applied to the pulse points can help cool the body, and leave you feeling more comfortable. I decided to apply this theory to these easy and fun sponge bracelets forRead More
DIY Beach Activity Kit in a Jar
It is no secret to anyone around me that I am obsessed with mason jars. They are so functional, inexpensive, and they just look adorable with anything you fill them with. I was putting together activity bags for the summer and thought they would be so fun and inviting in a mason jar. Not the most practicalRead More
5 Tips to a Stress-Free Summer with Kids
Summer is all about school-free fun for children, but as parents, we may be feeling more stress than normal. There is so much going on during the season that you don’t want to turn down any of it. Read on to learn how you can enjoy the summer without it leaving you stressed out atRead More
5 Frugal Ways to Keep Kids Busy During Summer
Year after year I despise school coming to an end because I know what it means, bored kids! Having bored kids while being a work-at-home-mom is not a fun combination. In fact, it can almost be torture. My husband got tired of me complaining day after day, and finally told me I needed to comeRead More
How to Make a Pinwheel
Pinwheels just seem to scream err whirl summer fun, even though they are fabulous for year round use. Since they are so simple and are easy to customize they are perfect for parties, family get together’s, or holidays. There are hundreds of or thousands of patterns of scrapbook paper available in every color scheme and theme available, Read More
How to Create a Photo Scavenger Hunt for Kids
A photo scavenger hunt for kids is a great way to get the kids active and generate some excitement and creativity. A traditional scavenger hunt involves going from door to door in a neighborhood or specified area collecting items from a list. A photo scavenger hunt is similar, except the items are not actually collected.Read More
How to Make a Straw Necklace
If you are looking for a fun spring craft, you can’t get any sweeter than this simple spring straw necklace. This straw necklace can be made using just a few supplies from your local craft store, and the end result is a fun and festive necklace that you or the kiddos will love wearing. ARead More
Tips for Visiting a Pick Your Own Farm With Kids
The kids and I made a trip to the local pick your own organic farm for some delicious fresh fruit. We came home with baskets of fruit picked by big and little hands alike. Perfect for eating as is, in pies, cobblers, jams, and more. But the best part of the day? The prideRead More
How to Create a Pirate Grotto Garden for Kids
I love having the kids in the garden with me whether they are helping me plant or playing nearby so I make it a point to create play spaces throughout the yard and garden. About a month ago when I made THIS (Insert fairy garden link) for my little girl I had a pouting little boyRead More
100 Days of Frugal Summer Fun for Kids
Most of you know that my youngest child is 7, but what you might not realize is that my oldest kids are in college. Having older kids gives me a different perspective. I know that while the days may seem very long; the years fly by! It makes me determined to enjoy this summer toRead More
First Day of Summer Celebration Ideas
The long and tiresome school days are coming to an end, time to gear up for water fun, family outings, and sweet summer days. A great way to mark the beginning of 3 months of freedom is to create a small celebration on your child’s first official day of summer vacation. This can includeRead More
DIY Boredom Jar
Are you tired of hearing the familiar refrain- “Mooooooooom, I’m bored!” It’s time to have somewhere to send them when this starts, and no I don’t mean boarding school or even your mother in law’s house. Give them a Boredom bucket, jar, can, whatever. Basically a random list of ideas for activities for them to complete whenRead More
