Are you burned out from packing school lunches all year long? And now you're looking forward to a whole summer of feeding your kids at home. But having lunch at home can be fun, too. Here are some simple and frugal (or free!) things you can do to … [Read more...]
Gourmet Pizza on the Grill: Quick, Easy, and FUN! (Three Variations)
Gourmet pizza on the grill isn't the most frugal of meals, but it's a fun summertime activity that's delicious and costs a lot less than going to a restaurant. To make it especially simple, I used the pre-made crusts for sale at the grocery store … [Read more...]
End of Summer Activity: Nature Treasure Box
Have your kids been collecting natural treasures all summer? My kids have collected shells (from two beaches and the playground sand), rocks, seed pods from the park, acorns, nuts and seeds, even foreign currency they found washed up on the shore. … [Read more...]
Summer Fun: 3 Camera Activities for Kids
Looking for a fun activity to occupy the last days of summer? Here are three fun scavenger hunt ideas your kids can do with a digital camera. 1. Color Scavenger Hunt with Paint Swatches. Give your kids a handful of paint chip cards and send them … [Read more...]
Summertime Treat: No-Drip Popsicles Made With Jell-O
I've been wanting to try Jell-o popsicles for a while. I heard that the gelatin keeps the popsicle from dripping everywhere. Good idea, right? I found dozens of different recipes for Jell-o Popsicles, so I experimented with a couple. Here are the … [Read more...]
Summertime Treat: Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches
Looks good, huh? There's nothing like an ice cream sandwich in the summer. Sticky, and sweet, chocolaty and cold. Just wait until you try this homemade version. Make these with your kids and you'll not only have a yummy summer treat, you'll make … [Read more...]