I remembered learning how to make a rubber-band powered boat out of a Styrofoam plate when I was young, and just knew it would make for some thrifty fun at home. This project was a hit at my house. Kids making their own toys -- what's not to love? It's frugal and it keeps the kids busy when you most … [Read more...] about Kids’ crafts: Make a rubber-band powered boat
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Great iPad apps for kids of all ages
Have you ever wondered how to find the best apps for kids when using iPads or iPhones? We've put together a list of apps that might be just what the kids want — and also what they need. For Toddlers Every parent has an opinion on letting toddlers use tablets. Whatever side you choose, … [Read more...] about Great iPad apps for kids of all ages
Cheap summer family fun: hiking with kids
Summertime means plenty of opportunity to get outdoors, away from TV and video games, and enjoy nature at its best. If there is a nature center in your city, check out the programs for both kids and adults – they’re usually FREE or just charge a few bucks to cover costs. But maybe you’d rather … [Read more...] about Cheap summer family fun: hiking with kids
Metropolitan Theatres shows $2 Summer Kids Movies
An inexpensive trip to the movies is a perfect way to entertain the kids. Metroplitan Theatres, with movie theatres mostly in the Western United States, is offering a Kids Summer Film Series from June 14 to August 16. The line-up includes: June 14: Despicable Me June 21: Mr. Peabody & … [Read more...] about Metropolitan Theatres shows $2 Summer Kids Movies
Cobb Theatres offers free Summer Kids Shows
Cobb Theatres, with movie theatres in the Southeastern U.S., is offering its Free Summer Kids Shows from June 14 to August 4. This year's movie line-up includes Norm of the North, Shaun The Sheep Movie, Minions, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water, Penguins of Madagascar, Dr. Suess' Horton … [Read more...] about Cobb Theatres offers free Summer Kids Shows
Free book for kids through Barnes & Noble summer reading program
This summer, Barnes & Noble wants kids to go on an adventure without ever leaving their backyard or bedroom. All they need is a good book and a vivid imagination. Barnes & Noble's Summer Reading Program rewards kids (grades one through six) with a FREE book, after they've taken just eight … [Read more...] about Free book for kids through Barnes & Noble summer reading program
Bow Tie Cinemas: Free Kids Summer Film Series
No formal wear necessary for this family-friendly film series. Bow Tie Cinemas, with movie theatres mostly in the Eastern United States, is offering a FREE Kids Summer Film Series from June 24 to August 20. The line-up includes The Croods, Epic, Walking With Dinosaurs, Ice Age: Dawn of the … [Read more...] about Bow Tie Cinemas: Free Kids Summer Film Series
Free hands-on craft workshops for kids
If your kids love to get their hands dirty, they've got ample ways to get creative on the cheap. During free hands-on craft workshops offered at major retailers, they can assemble Lego creations, build their own birdhouses and jewelry boxes, turn clay pots into animals or decorative gifts and more, … [Read more...] about Free hands-on craft workshops for kids
Save money by sharing toys at a toy co-op or library
We teach our kids to share their toys, but toy co-ops and toy libraries take that idea to a whole new level. Toy co-ops form when several families pool their toys and take turns letting the kids play with them. Toy libraries operate on a larger scale, lending out toys just as traditional libraries … [Read more...] about Save money by sharing toys at a toy co-op or library
Kids’ crafts: Make a braided-rope dog toy
When it comes to kids' crafts, I like projects they can make and use rather than just make and throw away. During a recent sleepover in my house, I enlisted the help of two kids to try out one of the DIY projects I have bookmarked on Pinterest. Using fleece fabric left over from winter projects, … [Read more...] about Kids’ crafts: Make a braided-rope dog toy
Free 2012 kids’ summer reading programs
Summer reading programs have proven to be helpful in reducing "summer slide" or learning loss. Fortunately, FREE summer reading programs are readily available from public libraries, bookstores and retailers across the country. Start with your local public library and independent bookstores. Then … [Read more...] about Free 2012 kids’ summer reading programs
