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7 Money-Saving Summer Activities for Families

Rachel — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:54:20 +0000

If you are looking for fun things to do with your kids this summer, there are many activities you can find to do that are very inexpensive or even free. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Three Fun Ways to Teach Kids Letters and Numbers

Rachel — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 22:13:49 +0000

Do you remember sitting in kindergarten with a teacher at the front of the classroom running you through flash card drills? While this is still an effective way to teach little ones their letters and numbers, there are more creative ways to deliver lessons, especially at home. Instead of flipping through flashcards, use one or more of these five ways to teach your kids letters and numbers:

How to Make a Homemade Lava Lamp

Rachel — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 06:36:33 +0000

If you are looking for something fun and educational to do with your kids this summer, then consider giving these homemade lava lamps a try. You might even already have everything you need on hand to make them. Teach your kids some science while having fun at the same time.

Supplies needed:

Volunteering in Your Community Together as a Family

Rachel — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 20:50:07 +0000

by Chelsea Ponder

It is important for people to be involved in their local communities, but a lot of people don’t know where to begin. If you have never volunteered before, it can be overwhelming looking at all the different options. Kids and teens often don’t even know about these opportunities unless they are exposed to them by an adult, so if you have never volunteered before, here is how to check out your local volunteer opportunities and also get your kids involved at the same time.

How to Send Care Packages to the Military

Rachel — Wed, 08 May 2013 23:21:17 +0000

by Dustin Porter

Do you ever think about the hundreds of thousands of United States military personnel who are serving our country overseas? If you have family in the military or you have been in the military yourself, you probably already know how much our military enjoys receiving care packages while they are away. If you don’t know anyone in the military, you can still make a difference and reach out to one of our service men or women and show them how much you appreciate them by the simple act of sending them a care package.

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4 Fun Camping Recipes for Kids

Rachel — Tue, 07 May 2013 23:30:08 +0000

by Seth Walters

Every summer millions of families head to the mountains to spend time camping and relaxing with their families. A big part of getting ready to go camping is deciding what foods to bring along. Hot dogs and s’mores are popular options, but here are some fun new recipes that your whole family will enjoy.

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Four Swimming Pool Games for Summer

Rachel — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 01:06:51 +0000

by Lisa Weathers

Are you planning to have a pool party this summer? Whether for a birthday party, graduation, anniversary, or just a big get together of family and friends, pool parties are a fun way to keep cool and spend time together during the summer. Here are some fun pool games to keep the kids busy and entertained while adults visit during the party.

DIY Glowstick Lanterns

Rachel — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:15:14 +0000

Rachel Paxton

These glow stick lanterns have been really popular on Pinterest this summer. I have made them a couple of times with my boys and they are really fun. They are great for when you are hanging around on the patio and/or fire pit in the evening, or they are also fun to take camping.

For this project you will need:

Bath Fun: How to Make Soap Crayons

Rachel — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:07:04 +0000

Rachel Paxton

On rainy days it’s sometimes hard to find things to do in the house to keep the kids busy. Surprise your kids with this fun bathtub paint. They will have no problem taking a bath, any time of day! I had a hard time getting my kids out of the tub.

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How to Make Bathtub Paint

Rachel — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:00:12 +0000

Rachel Paxton

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