DIY Airplane Wings for Creative Play
The holidays are upon us, and just like in years past, we’ve battled colds and the flu…again and again. Thank goodness for this opportunity from Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. My big kids were able to use the #PlanesToTheRescue #CollectiveBias campaign to bring some Disney Planes cheer to their siblings. The poor little ones […]
100 Super-Fun STEM Resources for Kids
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics {STEM} skills are vital to our kids’ futures, and the future of society. Besides… it’s fun to incorporate STEM into everyday activities for young children. I’ve pulled together 100 super-fun STEM resources to help you enjoy some fun {and sneak in the learning} with your kids. STEM is everywhere. […]
Paint Your Own Wrapping Paper
During the holidays, I try get to my kids involved in as much of the preparation as possible. Holidays – an the preparation for them – are the memory builders of childhood. One way I include them is by encouraging them to make gifts, cards, and wrapping paper for our friends and family. Over the […]
Make Your Own Sunscreen Lotion Bars
Two of my kids are extremely sensitive to chemical additives. Because of this, we work hard to keep our home as chemical-free as possible. It’s not easy, and we’re not perfect, but we’re making small changes every day. The latest small change has been to throw away all of the drugstore and name brand sunscreen […]
Silly Celebrations – Frugal Family Fun in June
Are you ready for summer? I can’t wait to play outside in the yard, grow gardens with the kids, and enjoy some super fun water play. There are so many ways to enjoy frugal family fun in the summer like the silly celebrations you can pull together when you pay attention to crazy {but real} […]