One of the happiest days of the year is almost here. The first day of summer occurs on June 21, 2017 this year. Did you know the first day of summer is called the Summer Solstice? The first day of summer is the longest day of the year. There are … [Read more...]
Summer Fun on a Budget
Being in the midst of long hot summer days there is one thing we want to accomplish this summer. Everyone wants to have fun....but we don't want to break the bank. Summer fun happens every day without spending much (or any) money at all! Sure, … [Read more...]
Frugal Summer Fun Ideas: Summer Theme Week Ideas
When summer is here it is easy for the weeks to melt into one another. Use a Summer Activity Schedule to plan your days. Give your weeks some extra pizzazz by having Summer Theme Weeks. Each week plan a different theme and delight your family. Be … [Read more...]
Frugal Summer Fun: Geocaching with Kids
Summer is such a glorious span of three months. No homework and no projects....just fun! If you are Planning for Summer and looking for some Frugal Summer Fun you need to check out geocaching. What is Geocaching Geocaching is a scavenger … [Read more...]
Science Experiments for Kids: Blow up a Balloon with Vinegar and Baking Soda
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 Summer Lunch Box Notes Using Summer Jokes for Kids
Summer is a season of fun which can be made even more awesome with these summer jokes for kids to make everyone smile. We created printable summer lunch box jokes for you to use this summer. Whether your child is in the beginning (or final) weeks … [Read more...]
Planning for summer . . . low stress, frugal fun, busy kids! (Part 1)
As school winds down over the next month or so, moms everywhere are looking for ways to keep the kids busy. Over the next week I'll post a series of posts about planning for summer days that keep kids engaged, active and limit screen … [Read more...]
Science Experiments for Kids: Dissecting Owl Pellets
Science experiments for kids are a fantastic way to pass the long, hot, summer days. One of our summer learning projects this summer was to dissect owl pellets. Owl pellets are a ball of bones, fur, and other things that an owl eats. An owl eats … [Read more...]
Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program: Earn a Free Book
The summer months are here and you can have summer fun on a budget fairly easily. When your child participates in the Barnes & Noble summer reading program he/she can earn a free book. There are several books for each grade level to choose … [Read more...]
Save on Summer Supplies with Healthy Essentials Coupons #Moms4JNJConsumer #ad
This post is part of the HEALTHY ESSENTIALS® 2014 program by Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. and The Motherhood, who sent me a box of products and compensated me for my time. Opinions, experiences and photos shared here are all my own, … [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