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Summer activities to do at home with kids

10 Fun Summer Activities to Do at Home

July 17, 2024 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

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

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10 Water Play Activities for Kids

June 1, 2023 by Alea Milham Leave a Comment

These water play activities for kids are the perfect way to cool off and have fun at the same time. It’s summer, and it’s hot. The only way to truly beat the heat is to stay cool by either staying indoors or playing in the water. And what would a child rather do? Play inRead More

Ice-Cavating: Summer Fun with Ice Blocks - How to create fun ice blocks for your children by placing toys in water, freezing and then letting them excavate.

Ice-Cavating: Summer Fun with Ice Blocks

May 28, 2023 by Jody Leave a Comment

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

25 Ideas for Summer Boredom Boxes - Here are 25 ideas to keep your kids occupied this summer - perfect for days when your kids can't think of anything to do.

25 Ideas for Summer Boredom Boxes

May 13, 2022 by Jody 1 Comment

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

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How to Make Sponge Water Bombs

May 2, 2022 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

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

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Water Gun Fun for Kids

May 30, 2020 by Editor 2 Comments

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

Nature Walk Ideas for Kids of Various Ages

Nature Walk Ideas for Kids of Various Ages

April 27, 2020 by Editor Leave a Comment

When you have several kids, it can be hard to find activities that are at all their different levels. Here are some fun nature walk ideas for kids of various ages. If you want to keep your kids active and healthy this summer, nature walks are a great way to do it. Kids of allRead More

Pool Noodle Bumble Bee Craft

Pool Noodle Bumblebee Craft

March 10, 2020 by Katie Femia 1 Comment

This Pool Noodle Bumblebee Craft for kids requires just a pool noodle and a few common craft supplies to make. This is a fun and frugal bumblebee activity. Here are some of our fun pool noodle crafts for kids that we have created in the past. Who would have guessed that there are so manyRead More

5 Fun Activities for Kids Using Drinking Straws

5 Fun Activities Using Drinking Straws

June 6, 2019 by Katie Femia 4 Comments

These 5 fun activities for kids using drinking straws are sure to keep them entertained this summer! Who knew a $1 package of straws could be so much fun? This summer, keep kids occupied when you present them with these 5 fun activities using drinking straws. These games are easy to play and can provideRead More

Tips for Hiking with Kids

Tips for Hiking with Kids

August 30, 2018 by Kristi 1 Comment

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

How to make a nature journal

How to Make a Nature Journal

August 21, 2018 by Jody Leave a Comment

This easy tutorial on how to make a nature journal is perfect for a nature unit study or a gift for a nature-loving child. A nature journal is a great way to encourage your child to explore nature, practice writing, and drawing, as well as develop growing imaginations.  We make nature study journals to go along with variousRead More

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Backyard Camping Ideas for Kids

August 14, 2018 by Editor 3 Comments

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

Pool noodle crafts for kids, including pool noodle tic-tac-toe and pool noodle nunchucks

4 Fun Pool Noodle Crafts for Kids

August 7, 2018 by Katie Femia 6 Comments

Looking for frugal crafting activities for kids? Try pool noodles! Here are 4 fun pool noodle crafts for kids to make and play with. Let’s have some fun with pool noodles! Pool noodles are so colorful, inexpensive, and easy to come by which makes them the perfect crafting material. Pool noodles are of course greatRead More

Nighttime Games for Kids - Fun Games for Kids to play outside after dark

Flashlight Tag and Other Fun Night Games for Kids

July 3, 2018 by Editor 2 Comments

One of the best parts of summer is playing outside in the dark. Here are four fun night games for kids, including flashlight tag and ghosts in the graveyard. Growing up, one of the greatest things about summer is the longer daylight. This allowed for more time to play, and there was a decent chanceRead More

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Summer Bucket List Ideas

June 12, 2018 by Kristi Leave a Comment

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

Backyard Obstacle Course Ideas for Kids

June 5, 2018 by Editor Leave a Comment

These backyard obstacle course ideas for kids will provide lots of active summer fun! Are you looking for something fun for the kids to do this summer? Do you need a lot of fun for very little cash? Why not turn your back yard into an obstacle course for kids? They’ll have so much funRead More

5 Fun Glow Stick Activities for Kids on Summer Nights

5 Fun Glow Stick Activities for Kids

May 30, 2018 by Katie Femia Leave a Comment

Kids will love these 5 fun glow stick ideas, including glow stick balloons, a spooky glow stick swamp, and other glow in the dark activities. These are perfect for summer nights with the family and would make great glow in the dark party ideas too. For just one dollar, you can grab a package ofRead More

Outdoor Water Activities for Kids

Outdoor Water Activities for Kids to Beat the Heat

June 20, 2017 by Editor Leave a Comment

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

How to make toy boats that float

Making Toy Boats with Kids

June 15, 2017 by Jody 2 Comments

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

25 Summer Activities for Kids- Here are 25 activities for kids that will help them build character, strength, and simply have fun all summer long!

25 Summer Activities for Kids

May 2, 2016 by Alea Milham 1 Comment

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

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Welcome. I'm Alea!

On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.

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