This summer we are going to conduct many easy science experiments for kids. With summer comes the opportunity to be outside where messes are easily washed away. For our first summer learning experiment we learned how to blow up a balloon with … [Read more...]
Printable Savings Chart for Kids: Help Kids Set and Reach Financial Goals
Lately we have been talking about kids and finances. There was this whole post on Teaching Kids About Money: Setting Goals and this post about Teaching Kids About Money with Two Piggy Banks. We have discussed the very basics of kids and money. At … [Read more...]
How to Save Money on Groceries Without Cutting Coupons
For many people cutting coupons is not an option. That's totally OK - there are still ways to save at the grocery store without cutting a single coupon. The savings will not be as big or as impressive as if you clipped and used coupons, but don't … [Read more...]
The Kissing Hand Back to School Craft #Back2School
Sending your child to school is bittersweet. They are growing into beautiful people and constantly changing while at the same time they are no longer your little baby. Sending preschoolers and kindergarteners off for their big day is even more … [Read more...]
Teaching Kids About Money with Two Piggy Banks
Teaching kids to save money is important and difficult. From a young age they are exposed to marketing messages telling them to make wish lists, buy toys and products filled with sugar and high fructose corn syrup, and to spend money. There are very … [Read more...]
Kids and Finances – Teaching Kids About Money: Opening a Child’s Savings Account
Have you ever wondered "When is the right time for my child to have a bank account?" Your child may have outgrown the piggy bank (or the Two Piggy Bank system we talked about earlier). Most experts agree that somewhere between the age of 7 and … [Read more...]
Why You Need an Amazon Prime Account: Amazon Prime 30-Day Free Trial
Amazon Prime is incredibly awesome. But let's face it, the $99 per year price tag makes you think twice about purchasing this membership. Stretching out the math, this breaks down to $8.25 a month. Doesn't that sound much better? Amazon Prime is … [Read more...]
Frugal Date Night Ideas
Do you want to go on a date but you are low on funds? Frugal date nights are very possible. Yes, you can still go on fun dates with your partner even if you are out of money. Having fun on a date doesn't mean you have to shell out a lot of … [Read more...]
How to Sell Your Stuff for Extra Cash
Chances are you have items in your house that you no longer need, use, or want. You can turn some of your old items into cash when you learn how to sell your stuff. Places to Sell Your Stuff for Extra Money Amazon Trade In - This is one … [Read more...]
How to Save Money on Clothes
Changing weather means updating your clothing. As parents we shouldn't let all the fashion fun go to our kids who are constantly growing and getting updated wardrobes. It's fun to buy new pieces of clothing, but we are always looking for ways to … [Read more...]
Leandrea is a married mom of two girls, ages 10 and 12, living in Atlanta, GA. She is passionate about helping people save money one coupon at a time. Read more