Kids Frugal Fun: Nature Art

nature art

Every week MomonDealz brings us a kid-friendly craft that is fun, educational, and frugal. The first day of Spring was 3/20 so I thought it was a perfect excuse to go on a nature walk with my son. While walking we searched for “treasures” that we could use to create pictures. If you’ve missed any Continue Reading …

Kids Frugal Fun: Saint Patrick’s Day Learning Wheel

st patty learning wheel

Every week, MomonDealz brings us a  kids craft that is fun, educational, and frugal. Since St. Patrick’s Day is this weekend I used pictures with this holiday’s symbols; however, this craft can easily be altered to be for any holiday (check out the educational activities at the bottom for ideas)! If you’ve missed any previous Continue Reading …

Kids Frugal Fun Dr. Seuss Activities

Every week Sharon from MomonDealz brings us a  kids craft that is fun, educational, and frugal. Dr. Seuss’s birthday is March 2nd and my son really loves these popular books. I always had a great time incorporating this day in my classroom and am really excited to now get to do Seuss themed crafts with Continue Reading …

FREE Kids’ Workshops the 1st Saturday of each month

Do you know that Home Depot has a FREE hands-on workshops designed for children ages 5 – 12 offered the 1st Saturday of every month at all The Home Depot stores between 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm?  I do know, and have known, although we haven’t actually gotten there yet.  I have heard it is Continue Reading …

Kids Frugal Fun: Mardi Gras Masks

Every week MomonDealz shares with us a craft  that is fun, educational, and frugal. Last week was Mardi Gras, but February is referred to as Mardi Gras month so I thought the kids would love this craft-I was right, mine really had fun! Hand & Foot Print Mardi Gras Masks Materials: Multi-Colored Cardstock Pencil & Continue Reading …

Homemade Laundry Soap

I am going to preface this by saying that not only have I made my own soap, I loved it. I stopped for the past 2 years but am going to go back to it. I love it.  I love the powder anyway- the liquid was way too messy for this mama!! Have you ever Continue Reading …

Kids Frugal Fun: President’s Day Silhouettes

Each week Mom on Dealz brings us a kids craft that is fun, educational, and frugal. February 20th is President’s Day and when I taught in public schools, we always made Presidential Silhouettes. This week I’ve branched off of that idea to give you a great momento of your child/children. If you enjoy these awesome Continue Reading …

Kids Frugal Fun: “Hooked on You” Plastic Water Bottle Craft

Each week we get  a kids craft that is fun, educational, and frugal from MomonDealz! Valentine’s “Hooked on You” Plastic Water Bottle Craft Materials: Plastic water bottle Construction paper or tissue paper cut into small pieces and 2 “fin” pieces Glue or Mod Podge String Lollipops Directions:

Bubble Valentine’s for your child’s class

Valentine’s Day is JUST around the corner and I know lots of parents (myself included) aren’t always wanting to send candy to school!!  Are you looking for a great, non-candy alternative for your kids to take to hand out for Valentine’s Day? My friend at Coupons Are Great created a cute Valentine bubble tag and Continue Reading …

Kids Frugal Fun: Valentine’s Day! (THREE Crafts inside!)

Every week MomonDealz brings us a kids craft that is fun, educational, and frugal. This week’s craft(s) are all about Valentine’s Day! She has included 3 crafts-one for a teacher gift, one for a kids Valentine’s treat, and one for a grandparent’s card