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Fun Freetime: TurfMutt Foundation Predicts “Backyarding” Advances to a Master Level

Motherhood Moments

The trend to move indoor activities outdoors that was made popular during the pandemic – known as “backyarding” – will continue to expand in 2023, according to the TurfMutt Foundation , an environmental education and stewardship program that encourages outdoor living and caring for green spaces.

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Start Planning and Budgeting for Summer TODAY!

Family Balance Sheet

As a family, we are looking forward to camping trips, a week at the beach, and cookouts with friends. ” Kids (and parents) get excited about summer trips and activities, so I like to post a family calendar on the refrigerator with all of our summer plans and activities. How much is summer going to cost you and your family?

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6 Creative Ways to Entertain Kids During Quarantine

Couponing 101

With kids home from school for such an extended period of time, you may be running out of ideas for fun things for your kids to do. The next time your kids are bored, try out these six fun activities to keep them entertained during quarantine! Kids might write a script, put together props and sets, and wear costumes.

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Summer Staycation Ideas for Affordable Family Fun

Couponing 101

You can have a lot of fun with your family without worrying about sky high entertainment costs. Here are some of our favorite staycation ideas for affordable family fun: Invest in a Local Museum Membership. Museums are a great place to go to have fun while educating your kids. Schedule a Weekly Family Night.

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Backyard Discovery Timberlake Cedar Wooden Playhouse – $169.98

Saving With Shellie

How cute is this Backyard Discovery Timberlake Cedar Wooden Playhouse ?! The Backyard Discovery Timberlake cedar wooden playhouse is fun for the whole family. Its front is adorned with flowerpot holders and a cute half-door for simple, yet elegant style that may even become a centerpiece of your yard.

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Free Kindle eBooks: Edible Crafts for Kids, Backyard Farming And More!

For the Mommas

Edible Crafts for Kids by Leanne Perry: In this book you will find 27 unique and exciting crafts you can create and eat with your children while learning about food, colors, shapes, and textures. Backyard Farming by Sanford Evans. This book is written for people who have plans to run a small scale farm, in their backyard.

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Meet a Reader | JenRR from the Midwest

The Frugal Girl

A few years back, my extended family took a trip to Holland, Michigan. Before kids, I spent my free-time volunteering at a stray rescue shelter for dogs. Before kids, I spent my free-time volunteering at a stray rescue shelter for dogs. My family loves watching movies and tv series together, and having regular game nights.