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How to Plan a Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt for Kids

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November 18, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Kids, Parenting, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media Leave a Comment

Are you looking for a fun activity that will get your kids outside and having a blast? Planning a neighborhood scavenger hunt is a great way to get kids moving and interacting with their community and landmarks while getting to know the people and places around them. We dare you to try to not love this town scavenger hunt!

Looking for a fun way to explore your neighborhood with the kids? Check out this neighborhood scavenger hunt printable. This printable is a great idea for teens, tweens, or kids. If you’re looking for a fun activity to do with the kids in your neighborhood, consider this fun neighborhood scavenger hunt PDF!

Let’s get outdoors and begin our local treasure hunt!

What is a scavenger hunt?

A scavenger hunt is a game similar to a treasure hunt. Players collect or identify specific items, usually specified on a list or given in a series of clues. Players are given a list of items to find or collect. This collection can be a collection of similar things or a series of clue cards. There are two different types of scavenger hunt hunts…

Scavenger Hunt Checklist
Scavenger Hunt Clue Cards

A scavenger hunt can be casual or can be a timed race. It can be played individually or with a team. There are a few examples of how to declare a winner in a scavenger hunt…

Man vs clock: Each player races to beat another players time.
Man vs Man: Multiple players go at the same time. The winner finishes the race first.
Team vs Team: Players work together to finish their scavenger hunt before the other team finishes first.

At the end of a scavenger treasure hunt there is a prize. The first player to find or collect all the items on the list or complete the rhyming riddles wins the game. Examples of scavenger hunt prizes can include…

holiday gifts
birthday presents
party favors
small prizes
a series of items that lead to a larger clue (for example letters to unscramble)
candy

How to Prepare for a Scavenger Hunt

Decide on the area you will be searching. This could be your neighborhood, a local park, playground or even your own backyard. In this case, you’ll be doing the scavenger hunt in your neighborhood and by foot or car depending on your area.

Put together clues in the form of a checklist or clue cards. For example, in a scavenger hunt checklist, make a list of items for the players to find or collect. The list can be as simple or complex as you like. For example, at a Safari Themed Party, players might collect different animals found in the jungle that are hiding in the party venue.

If you are created ideas for scavenger hunt clues for kids, you want to have a consecutive list of places you want the kids to go. Then you offer clues so that they find that location.

An example of a scavenger hunt clue for kids is…

Check out the pathway on the side of the street. On the concrete is a clue for you to meet.

Start the town scavenger hunt. Print out the cards or checklist, and choose the area of the neighborhood you’ll be working in.

What’s in this Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt?

For this neighborhood scavenger hunt printable set, there are actually two types of neighborhood scavenger hunt ideas to choose from: A checklist and rhyming riddles clue cards.

The first neighborhood treasure hunt is more descriptive and great for older kids or teenagers that can read and solve riddles. This could be used on your street or using a car scavenger hunt for a larger area. Second, there is also a list of items for younger kids. This would be used as a walking scavenger hunt and kids check off the list of items on their visual list.

Clue Cards

This scavenger hunt is great for older children, teens or even adults. Use rhyming riddles and go on a neighborhood walk scavenger hunt on foot or driving scavenger hunt as you locate different clues and ultimately find your prize.

To get started, cut the rhyming clue cards apart. Choose the scavenger hunt clue cards that are best for your neighborhood and plan your order. If you wish, you can add a number to the back of the card for ordering.

Since you are in a larger area, such as a neighborhood, create a boundary where clues can be found. To keep the clues in a larger area, write your own clues on the back. For example, use hints like this is at a house to the left of yours. This is at a flower bush four driveways from yours. Hide your cards in the appropriate spot but save the first card to start the hunt. You can play foot, bicycle, golf cart or car!

In our printable set, you’ll also find a page full of do not touch signs! These signs are great for when you don’t want anyone messing up your scavenger hunt and picking up a clue card before players have gotten to that riddle.

Checklist

The second photo scavenger hunt is ideal for preschoolers or younger children and kids. In this scavenger hunt list, participants can see the picture and from there they can look for the item in the picture. The scavenger hunt includes 16 items.

Example neighborhood checklist items include…

sprinkler
dog
flower
mailbox
airplane
stop sign

Once an items is found, you can use a circle sticker and cover the item (like these on Amazon) or just add a circle or X. This is not a checklist neighborhood hunt where you pick up the item – the neighbor might not like you carrying their dog home. LOL.

You’ll want to snag this neighborhood scavenger hunt printable to get the full list of items and clues!

Best Tips for Having Scavenger Hunt

If you’ve never thrown a neighborhood scavenger hunt for kids, then you may not know what to expect. Enjoy some of the best tips for having a scavenger hunt for kids, teens, or even adults!

Have Fun with It

Have a prize for the winner! This could be something as simple as a certificate, bragging rights, or a small prize. You could even have money along the way if playing with teens or adults (who act like kids!)

Make it a competition!

See who can complete the scavenger hunt the fastest. Part of the fun is seeing who can complete the scavenger hunt the fastest! You can do man verses time, team verses team or man verses man depending on how many players and how much time you have.

Work as a Team

Make it a team effort! Put people into teams and see which team can find all the items on the list first. Or give each team member a different row (if doing the checklist) or have an order of riddles children have to solve if doing the 20 rhyming clue cards. You make the rules based on your audience, personalities and the number of players.

End with a Treat

After the scavenger hunt, have a little something for everyone. This could be a treat, prize or even just some fun conversation – aka polite bragging rights. Scavenger hunts are a great way to bring people together, get to know your neighbors or act as ice breaks for new friends!

Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt Printable

Now that you know all about neighborhood scavenger hunts, it’s time to get out there and give it a try! Be sure to print out this scavenger hunt printable before you head out. Happy hunting!

What you get with purchase:

20 Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt Riddles for Kids PDF Instant Download
Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt Checklist for Toddlers
Scavenger Hunt Riddles Answer Key
Do not touch this clue cards (in the case of doing this in a public place.)

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More Scavenger Hunt Ideas

Don’t let the fun stop there! If you love scavenger hunt ideas for kids, take a look at this collect of printable scavenger hunts in our store. The majority of these scavenger hunt printables are easy riddles for kids but some are a basic checklist. Enjoy!

What is your favorite part of having a scavenger hunt? Is there a scavenger hunt them or time of year you love?

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your final neighborhood scavenger hunt. How did the city scavenger hunt work for you? did you adapt it? What was your child’ favorite part? How long did the scavenger hunt take?

Cheap Birthday Party Ideas for Those on a Budget

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November 15, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Birthday, Entertainment, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Kids, Parenting, Party, Pinterest, Social Media Leave a Comment

Having a birthday party on a budget isn’t always easy, but it’s possible! Finding low cost party ideas just takes a little time and effort. If you don’t have the time or even if you don’t want to put in the effort, then these tips are for you! Sacrifice on the wallet but not the fun!

Birthday celebrations can be expensive. But there are cheap and inexpensive ways to make an adults’ or kid’s birthday fun. These fun ideas are affordable and easy to set up for friends and family of any age.

I’m going to walk you through having a fun birthday party on the budget. From party ideas to activities, you will be able to put together an amazing party and all on a budget!

How to have a birthday party on a budget

Are you looking to celebrate a birthday but don’t want to spend a lot of money? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. According to a recent survey, the average person spends about $600 on their birthday celebrations. But there’s no need to break the bank just to have a good time.

Cheap birthday parties for those on a budget can still turn out great. You really just have to focus on the areas that you want to spend money on and the other areas you can do on a budget! For example, you may want to go all out on the cake, but save money on the gifts. With a little bit of creativity, you can still have a fantastic birthday party without blowing your budget.

Here are some tips for cheap birthday party ideas:

Set a budget and stick to it

This is probably the most important tip when it comes to having a child’s birthday party on a budget. Decide how much you’re willing or able to spend beforehand, and then make sure all of your decisions reflect that budget. Start with the item that is most important to you. One that you are not willing to spend less on. Start there and then start researching the rest of the party ideas.

Get creative with the guest list

Instead of inviting everyone you know, be selective about who you invite. You can still have a great time with fewer people in attendance. Plus, this will allow you to focus your spending on making sure those who do attend have an amazing time. The individuals that were not invited to this party can be guests for another occasion.

DIY as much as possible

Another great way to save money is by doing things yourself instead of hiring someone else to do them for you. For example, if you’re good at baking, why not make your own cake instead of buying one? Or if you’re crafty, you could make your own invitations or decorations instead of buying them from a store. Pinterest and bloggers provide a lot of ideas for DIY party favors, printable banners, and even low-cost themed birthday party ideas.

Think outside the box when it comes to activities

Just because there’s no money for entertainment doesn’t mean your guests will be bored. There are plenty of fun games and activities that don’t cost anything to play. For example, charades, scavenger hunts, karaoke and printable themed party games are all great options that are sure to keep your guests happy and entertained.

Save on the Venue

In addition to thinking outside the box for birthday party activities, also think outside the box for the party room. Public, national, and local parks are often affordable places. Think of all the places friends have had parties. Now cross those ideas off. Why, because they are popular and popular means there is an up charge in cost – supply vs demand. This past year, we found a small fish tank aquarium. It had an outdoor place for the kids to play and it might have been the best, most affordable party we ever had. Parents raved about the venue and no one had every been there before. By finding something that was not “common” we saved a lot. If the venue place is still too much, have a party at your home or in your backyard.

Having a birthday party on a budget is totally possible, you just need to get creative! By following these low-cost party tips, you can throw an amazing bash without breaking the bank in the process!

What activities do children like to do on their birthdays?

Still looking for inexpensive birthday party ideas? Birthdays are a special time for kids. It’s a day when they get to feel extra special and loved. Having a few family-only birthday traditions are a great way to recognize the guest of honor. If you’re looking for some fun ideas to make your child’s birthday even more special, look no further!

Here are some great low cost party ideas for celebrating birthdays with kids. Create these fun birthday ideas with a party of two to a party of 30!

Have a picnic lunch

Get some yummy food and drinks and have a picnic lunch outside! This is a great way to enjoy the nice weather and have some quality time with your child. Find a unique place to eat like on top of a big rock in the middle of a creek or downtown in the city with tall buildings.

Make a cake

Let your child help you make their birthday cake! Make your own DIY cake mix or pick up a boxed mix. They’ll love being able to help out and will be so excited to eat their creation. You can even let them make their own miniature cake (or cupcake) and have a larger cake for the family to share. This can be done with themed party food or party snacks too.

Go on a nature walk

Explore the great outdoors with your child on their birthday! This is a great way to get some exercise and fresh air while spending time together. Try this outdoor treasure hunt for locating special gifts.

Visit a farm

Many farms offer tours or activities specifically for kids. This can be a fun and educational way to spend a child’s birthday!

Go to the zoo

The zoo is always a hit with kids! They’ll love seeing all the different animals and learning about them. Plus it gets out plenty of walking to build an appetite for a special birthday dinner.

Play games

Games are always fun, no matter what age you are! bust out some of your favorites or try something new together. These can be incorporated in a family game night.

Have a dance party

Put on some music and dance the day away. This is a great way to get energy out and have some silly fun together.

Plant a garden

Get your hands dirty and plant a garden together. This is a great activity for kids who love being outside. Plus, you’ll end up with some fresh produce too!

Make crafts

Craft time is always fun, especially when you get to make something cool with your own two hands! There are tons of easy craft projects that kids will love. Hit the dollar section at Target, Michael’s or even the Dollar Tree for a few low-cost party craft ideas.

Go out for ice cream

A classic birthday treat! Kids will love being able to pick out their favorite flavor and topping combination. Plus, it’s a great way to cool down on a hot day. Make your very own ice cream party shop.

Kids Party Games

I mentioned earlier, saving money on the things you can. Decide what’s most important to you, then save on the rest. Having a birthday party allows your child to feel important. It puts them at the center of attention. The goal is a fun birthday party that gives your child self affirmation and positive feelings of oneself.

Now that you have honored your child with the special occasion, honor your guests with fun. One of the most expensive items for birthday parties, is the entertainment. Entertainment is a form of activity that holds the attention and interest of an audience or gives pleasure and delight. We have many low cost party ideas for entertainment but one of the best ways to offer affordable entertainment is through Kids’ birthday party games. Our low-cost printable games offer a list of party game instructions and a supply list so you are organized with the party entertainment.

While many of these party ideas are gender neutral party games, take a look at these activities for themed birthday parties for boys and girls. Don’t worry, these are not your common games – skip in the tail on the donkey, toss out musical chairs and simon says, these games are original, funny, and fit the party theme!

This low cost party entertainment is certain to please your boy and girl of any age.

Party Games for Girls

Let’s talk about themed birthday parties for girls. These fun party games are excellent for your sweet girl.

Unicorn Egg Race

How to Play: Give each player five plastic egg halves. Set up cones “horns” far away from the starting point. On the start of go, the kids will put on one half of an egg on their head, run around the horn and come back to the starting point where they add another egg half on top of the other and go around the horn again. Continue until they have gone around the horn with all the eggs. The one who finishes first is the winner. If at any point the egg half drop, the player must start back at the start round with the same number of eggs they had.

Supplies: Plastic eggs.

See More Unicorn Games: See more in our Unicorn Party Games List.

Spend the Bottle of Nail Polish

How to Play: Have several different colors of fingernail polish available. The girls sit in a circle and one chooses a polish bottle and spins it. Whoever the polish top points to must paint one of their fingernails that color. They also get to choose and spin the next polish bottle. Continue playing until every girl has the crazy nails.

Supplies: Nail polish, poster board, markers.

More Sleepover Games: See more in our Spend the Night Party Games.

Seaweed Tangle

How to Play: This game is all about making a fun mess of “seaweed” all over the yard. Give each mermaid a roll of crepe paper streamers (one color per mermaid would be fun.) Set up a few checkpoints through which they must run on their way to the finish line. Each mermaid starts at a different checkpoint. While the mermaids are running are running, they must unravel their streamer behind them. Set up the checkpoints in a zig-zag pattern so they will have a fun tangle of seaweed to “swim” through while playing the game.

Supplies: Crepe paper streamers.

See More Mermaid Games: See more activities in our Mermaid Party Games.

Not a Baby Anymore

How to Play: From a baby bottle to the car keys… where did your baby go? This party game is silly fun. Fill baby bottles with soda, punch, or whatever drink you are serving. Set them up and at the start of go everyone must suck the baby bottle empty. The first player done gets the keys to the car (but not really!) You can also incorporate a baby food guessing game. Grab different flavors, a blindfold players and see who can guess the most correctly.

Supplies: Baby bottles, drinks, blindfold, baby food.

More Sweet 16 Party Activities: See more in the Sweet 16 Party Games.

Donuts on a String

How to Play: Tie the string on the donuts (one for each guest) and hang them from a clothes line, curtain rod or anything that is available. Each player stands beneath a single donut. On the mark of ‘go’ the players begin to eat their donuts using only their mouth. The first player to finish their doughnut wins.

Supplies: Donuts, string.

More Sweet Games: See More in our Kids’ Party Games or Ice Cream Party Activities.

These are just a few cute party games for girls. Of course, these gender neutral birthday party games are not limited to boys only. You can see more in our themed party game printables.

Party Games for Boys

Boys just want to have fun too! When looking for themed birthday parties for boys, these fun party games are excellent for your son. They are just an example of what you can get with a themed party game digital download.

Spidey-Sense Obstacle Course

How to Play: Superhero fans and marvel spider man lovers will love this party game obstacle course. Create an easy spiderman course as players will do it blindfolded using only the voice of a teammate to guide them. Blindfold the first player. Using a teammate, they will go through the course trying to located toy spiders. The partner who is not blindfolded will use their voice to direct them. Players must retrieve all the spiders without knocking anything down. Time each round. Player with the fastest time, wins.

Supplies: Stop watch, obstacle items, plastic spiders, tape, etc.

More Superhero Games: Found in the Superhero Party games.

Catch a Tiger Tail

How to Play: The tiger tries to catch their own tail in this fast paced game of tag. To make the tiger the kids line up and hold hands during the game. The head tries to tag it’s tail (the last person in line) by running and trying to touch them. The kids cannot let go of their hands in the line while being chased by the tiger head. When the tail is caught the head moves into the tails position & the next child becomes the new tiger head.

Supplies: None

More Safari Games: Found in the Animal Party Games.

Mini Figure Knockdown

How to Play: Have competing teams of toy players. Use a water gun or Nerf gun and line bricks mini-figures. One by one use your toy gun to knock them down. Player that gets all their mini- figures down first, wins.

Supplies: Water guns, Nerf gun, Nerf bullets, LEGO mini men/women.

More LEGO Games: Found in the LEGO Building Bricks Party Games.

Astronaut Game Challenge

How to Play: Put candies or small prizes into a shoe box. Tape the edges shut. Wrap the box in many, many layers of wrapping paper, aluminum foil or newspaper. (Silver would be great!). Gather “astronaut gear” including some sort of hat, gloves, goggles and something to hold in each hand like a spatula or wooden spoon. One player has a pair of dice. When the timer starts, the player to the left of the child with the dice has to put on all of the astronaut gear and try to unwrap the astronaut box using only the tools. The other child is rolling the dice trying to get doubles. As soon as they roll doubles, they get to have a turn. The first player takes off all of the gear and the second player puts it on. The player to the right will then roll the dice and try and get a turn.

Supplies: Candy, box, tape, aluminum foil, wrapping paper, newspaper, astronaut costume props, oven mits, spatula, wooden spoon, dice, timer.

More Space Party Games: Found in the Space Party Activities Ideas.

Demolition

How to Play: Attach a long piece of string to a tennis ball, and then hang it from a tree. Then, stack up empty cereal boxes into a tower. Let the kids take turns swinging the ball towards the tower to try to knock it down. Give children a certain number of swings. See who can knock the most boxes down.

Supplies: Boxes, string, balls, pole or tree.

More Construction Games: Found in Construction Party Games.

These are just a few examples of party games for boys. Of course, these gender neutral party games are not limited to boys only.

See kids’ party games for themed birthday parties for boys and girls. We promise you will love them!

More Cheap Party Ideas

In addition to birthday parties, there are plenty of ways to create a cheap party for all occasions and all environments. When it comes to cost and savings, the #1 one place to save on your party needs is entertainment. You don’t have to spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars to keep people laughing and having fun. Bring entertainment with low-cost party games.

Let’s start with Adult Games. The kind you can play at a party. Big parties call for big fun. And games are an easy, low-cost way to entertain guests. Adults love party games too! Here are over 100+ printable adult party games you can download, print, and play with your friends and family. Pin to Pinterest.

In addition to an annual birthday celebration, Holiday Games can also be used a low-budget party for Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving, New Years, and more. Pin to Pinterest.

Are you in need of low budget office party ideas? Group Games are not only excellent for an office party, they can be used in youth group, the classroom and more. These are excellent ice breaks and can be done quickly (for example an awesome selection of minute to win it games) for a holiday party, indoor or outdoor. Use for players of all ages – kids to adults. Pin to Pinterest.

Every other year we have a kid’s birthday party with friends. For the years in between we focus on a family experience. This can be an at home birthday party or a small family trip or staycation. Take a look at these affordable and fun Family Birthday Traditions and save a little bit of money every other year. Pin to Pinterest.

Hosting a party? We have many more birthday party theme ideas for girls and boys. Save many of these kids party ideas for future years or for other children and pets too! Pin to Pinterest.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your cheap party ideas. Leave a comment here or on Pinterest!

Printable Nutcracker Activity For Kids

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November 8, 2022 by Thena Reading-Franssen Filed Under: Baby, Christmas, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Kids, Parenting, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media Leave a Comment

Everyone knows that the holiday season wouldn’t be complete without the Nutcracker Ballet! This Printable Nutcracker Activity for Kids is so much imaginative fun. Not only can they print out the various Nutcrackers scenes, but they’ll have the printable paper dolls to go along with it, as well. When it comes to Christmas Placemats Activities, adding this printable Nutcracker scene activity to the table might be the perfect holiday addition.

Part of getting excited and ready for the holidays is thinking about all the Christmas classics from the past. Since The Nutcracker Ballet is one that everyone loves and knows, it just makes sense to have fun activities surrounding that theme!

What I love about this holiday printable activity is that it’s a great way to get the kids active and involved. They’ll love being able to turn the pages, change the scenes, and have the paper dolls be a part of the fun.

They could even have their own Nutcracker theater and put on quite the play! Have everyone in the family gather around and sit down to watch the show. It’s truly magical to see the excitement of Christmas through the eyes of the kids!

If you’re looking for fun Christmas activities, look no further than this printable Nutcracker scene. It’s a fun place-setting idea, a great interactive activity, and a fun way to get everyone excited for the holidays.

How does this printable Nutcracker activity work?

It’s as simple as printing out the pages and then piecing them together to make fun scenes from The Nutcracker. The paper dolls can be used on every page to make the story come to life.

Once it’s put together, there are parts and pieces that can be moved around and used differently throughout the rest of the printable set.

This is where creativity and imagination come into play and makes it super fun to use over and over again. Flipping the pages and having the paper dolls in various different scenes is a simple way to make this Nutcracker idea and activity unique and different every time.

Can this nutcracker printable be used by one person?

You bet! It’s a super fun activity for one or multiple! All you have to do is print, and then whoever wants to join in on the fun can absolutely do so. This is a great way to imagine and then make it happen, which is what little kids love to do!

I do recommend that there be a part of adult hands to help out with the little hands in making and putting this together. Adult supervision and help are always welcomed. (plus, the bonus of creating it together is an awesome memory!)

Supplies

Printer
Small, sharp scissors
Glue or glue stick
Cardstock or printer paper (I love this set!)
Laminator (this is optional – but I love laminating my stuff!)
Ruler or straight edge
printable Nutcracker arts & crafts activity pack on nine template sheets

What’s included with this Nutcracker theater scene printable?

In this Nutcracker printable pack for kids, there are:

printable scenes
printable directions
paper doll printables

Use this for fun Christmas Decor for Your Home or a great way to get the kids to have imaginative and creative play ideas as well.

This would also be super cute to have on the holiday table as a unique centerpiece or even a fun place mat on the kid’s plates to give them something to do with their hands while they’re waiting for dinner.

How to create a Nutcracker Travel Set

Perhaps while you create your christmas craft, turn on Youtube the classical music from the Nutcracker by composer Tchaikovsky. This might give you a little inspiration and Christmas cheera s you make your Nutcracker traveling set.

First, download and print your printable nutcracker activity set. If working with preschoolers or toddlers, have older children or adults guide them through the activity. We find cardstock works great but printer paper is just fine.

To begin, use the ruler and back blunt edge of your scissors to score the two dotted lines of Page 1. Fold both of the lines inward to form the base.

Next cut out the flap from page 2. Use the ruler and back edge of your scissors to score the single dotted line. Fold this line back.

Place the flap over the right, short edge of the base. Glue the underside of the flap to the front, outside, folding it over the base, forming an envelope.

Open the base up all the way with the white side up on a flat surface. The flap should be on the right.

Cut out the two pockets from page 3. Score along the dotted lines of each envelope and fold these inward.

Apply glue to the flaps and adhere each pocket to the bottom left and bottom right of the base. Line the edges up with the outside edges of the base page.

Next, cut out the top and side curtains from page 4. Score the curtains along the dotted lines. Fold the flaps back.

Apply glue to the flaps of the middle curtain and glue it to the top of the base, carefully centering it in the middle, about I/8th of an inch from the very top edge. After the middle curtain dries in place, flip it up.

Now, glue the two side curtains in the same manner, lining them up along each side edge of the base page. Set aside.

Cut out the three stage scenes Prom pages 5 – 7. Fold each scene in half, carefully folding, then creasing them down the middle.

Glue the back right of scene 1 to the back left of scene 2. Next, glue the back right of scene 2 to the back right of scene 3. This will create a small booklet of scenes.

Next, open up all curtain flaps. Glue the backs of the booklet in place, carefully centering it between the two side curtains and about I/16th down from the top curtain flap fold.

To change scenes, open the three curtain flaps, turn the booklet page, then place the curtain flaps back down into place.

Cut out all dancers and decorations. These items don’t have to be cut exactly. It’s Pine to leave some white space around the edges. Categorize the items and place them into the correct envelopes, Dancers or Decorations. (These would be fine laminated if you want to keep them in good shape.)

Now carefully fold the Nutcracker Kit in half. Use the flat end of your scissors or the end of a ruler to re-crease the folds so they are sharp.

Finally, cut out the long band and decorative sticker from page 2. Starting at the center front, hold the end in place, then wrap the long band all the way around the short width of the base kit, creasing the band as you go.

Apply glue to the back of the decorative snow-flake sticker to connect the band in the front. Make sure that you only glue the band together. Don’t glue the band to your base!

Enjoy your entire land of sweets travel kit during the Nutcracker season.

Printable Nutcracker Activity for Kids

Be sure to print out all that you need to create the Nutcracker scenes! Once you start putting it together, you’re going to be amazed that such a simple activity creates such an amazing result.

I’ve found that when I introduce new activities during the holidays, it’s a fun and simple way to create a brand-new family tradition that everyone loves and looks forward to.

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More Christmas Ideas and Activities for Kids

Once the kids get into the idea of creative fun, they’re going to be looking for even more printable Christmas activities that they can do.

If that’s the case, be sure to check out this Elf on the Shelf Free Christmas Countdown activity so that they’ll know when the big day is here! This nutcracker dramatic play set can even be delivered by the Elf doll. Take a look at all of our Elf on the Shelf ideas for the entire season. Pin to Pinterest.

For more Christmas crafts and activities, look at these fun homemade Christmas ornaments for kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Enjoy these Christmas Eve ideas like watching the nutcracker Christmas movie, baking a tasty recipe or making a Christmas Eve Box with your family. Pin to Pinterest.

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The Most Creative 4-in-1 Baby Shower Scavenger Hunt

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November 1, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Kids, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media Leave a Comment

Enjoy this fun 4-in-1 printable scavenger hunt bundle. These baby shower games include 20 scavenger hunt clues and riddles for solving. Reveal a baby’s gender, a baby’s name or uncover prizes and baby shower party favors. In addition, play a quick and easy what’s in your purse baby shower game.

Do you have a baby shower or gender reveal party coming up? If so, you likely are looking for activities for the guest of honor and all her shower guests. Typically a stork party is a place where moms have slipped away from the home leaving behind cares and worries. They are ready to mingle with friends and celebrate the expectant mother.

Because of the relaxed carefree atmosphere, baby shower games are a great way to create laughter, teamwork and leave behind a trail of fun memories. These can come in all shapes or forms including fun activities like The Price is Right, What’s In your Purse and even a fun treasure hunt.

If you want to have baby shower games that all of the attendees but especially the mom-to-be will love, then you might really enjoy this baby shower scavenger hunt!

How to Use Baby Shower Scavenger Hunt

This baby shower scavenger hunt is perfect for a baby shower that is being held in someone’s home. If you will not be within a home, you could also set it up at a venue with a little bit of creativity. You will simply need to “stage” the venue with appropriate areas, for example, baby outfits hanging on a rack to represent the “closet”or a baby tub (that you can gift the mom-to-be) for the bathroom or bathtub.

The baby items around the venue area will act like a home. Player can then zoom through the area trying to solve the list of baby rhymes.

Fun Baby Themed Riddles

This scavenger hunt has a set of 20 rhyming clues that are meant to help your shower guests find the next clue. Examples of some of the baby inspired riddles are “ Ten tiny fingers, ten tiny toes. Go to where the baby will put their folded clothes”, and “Rub-a-dub-dub, oh what a delight. Go where the baby will be bathed each and every night”.

Other rhyming clues include “ The next clue you look for is presently hiding where the baby will spend a lot of time riding” (aka car seat) and “Baby will get lots of lovin, the end of the hunt is revealed baking in the oven.” Stumped? Don’t worry, answers are given with the printable set – plus you want to make this challenging so it becomes a real competition.

How to Play a Baby Shower Scavenger Hunt

To paly this baby shower scavenger hunt, print all 20 scavenger hunt clues. Next cut the nursery rhymes out. Decide what clues are best for you to use for your party location and scavenger hunt purpose – for example, if you are not revealing the gender, take out the clues that say its a boy or girl.

Once you have chosen the right cards, hide the clue cards in the appropriate spot. Make sure to save the first card to start the game! If you are going to have the guests play this game in teams, make sure to print off two of the starting cards! You can then create a time limit and see who completes the hunt the fastest.

You could also use this scavenger hunt to reveal the little one’s name, just leave a single letter where each clue is found. You can also leave small prizes like candy or candles for each guest to take one, or have a larger prize for the winner of the scavenger hunt!

How to Use a Baby Shower Scavenger Hunt

This baby scavenger hunt is perfect for all mommys and daddys. It’s a four in one set, that means it has many purposes.

Fun ideas for how to use this cute treasure hunt include…

Prizes & Party Favors: Have guests find prizes or baby shower party favors
Reveal the Name of Baby: Leave a letter of the name with each clue then unscramble the letters to solve the name reveal.
Gender Reveal: This can also be done for a baby’s gender reveal. Of the set of scavenger hunt riddles, two included clues reveal “It’s a Boy!” or “It’s a Girl!”

Variations to this scavenger hunt include revealing the gender of the baby at the end! There is a card that says “We’re over the moon, this is such a thrill! We are delighted to say “It’s a girl””, and “We’re over the moon, and overcome with joy. We are delighted to say that it’s a boy!” respectively.

There also in an additional purse scavenger hunt game – this means guests enver have to leave their seat!

What’s in your Purse?

While you are waiting for all of your baby shower guests to arrive there is another type of scavenger hunt that you can play. There is a printable baby shower scavenger hunt game that involves the items you might find in your purse. Give each guest a copy of the “what’s in your purse?” baby shower scavenger hunt and a pen, whoever has the most points at the end will win a prize.

Items that are commonly found in your purse such as keys, credit cards, tissues, pens, checkbooks, and rewards cards are only worth a single point per item. Mints, hairbrushes, toys, bandaids, sunglasses, and hand lotion are worth two points each.

Items that are a little less common are worth more points. You can receive five points per item for a paper grocery list, receipt, cash, a phone charger, or a tape measure. For ten points per item, your guests can look for a paperclip, a utensil, a passport, underwear, or a picture of the mom-to-be!

This is a fun game, and you never know what oddities someone might have in their purse! Maybe even have a prize for the most unusual item found in one’s purse – we all know we’ve had some strange things, ladies.

Baby Shower Scavenger Hunt Printable

Want this printable scavenger hunt? Guests will love these baby shower games! As a reminder, included in this set are 4-in-1 baby shower scavenger hunt versions.

Two Styles Include:

Baby Shower Riddle Clue Cards for Gender Reveal, Name Reveal, Prize or Party Favor Hunt
What’s in your purse game

This is the fun scavenger hunt baby shower game is a unique baby shower game that everyone will enjoy playing. Grab it today in the Frugal Coupon Living Shop or on Etsy.

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This baby shower scavenger hunt is the perfect game for a fun, and interactive baby shower, and you can customize it to fit your venue needs if necessary. What are some other fun baby shower games that you enjoy playing?

More Fun Baby Shower Games & Ideas

There are plenty of ideas to keep a baby shower lively. If fun is the word you are looking for, take a look at these shower ideas including decor, games, and themed baby shower ideas.

These printable baby shower games will give you everything you need for hosting. It includes baby shower games instructions and a supply list to get started. You can play all 16 baby shower printable games or two to four games are even enough, especially if you have a large room of baby shower guests. Have the right games for the right crowd. Pin to Pinterest.

Little mister or little sister? What is the gender of this baby. If you are looking for Gender Reveal Party Ideas, we have a huge list. Creative and unique gender reveal ideas that incorporate pink or blue, he or she. Smoke bombs, confetti, balloon pops, and surprise boxes. Get ready for the excitement! Pin to Pinterest.

Clearly we are talking about a baby shower! The baby is known. Use a couple’s pregnancy announcement idea as fun Baby Shower Decor. Blow up the item into a poster (consider using Staples printing service) and hang it as a baby shower decoration. Pin to Pinterest.

Adoption Showers are very important too. Celebrating a pregnancy inside the heart? These Adoption Party Ideas are perfect for expectant parents. Celebrate the end of a long journey with these cute adoption themed party ideas – from adoption celebration themed showers, adoption photo ideas, quotes and more. Be apart of the happy ending. Pin to Pinterest.

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Funny Baby Shower Games Mom Will Love!

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October 17, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Parenting, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media Leave a Comment

We’ve put together the funniest baby shower games ever! Celebrate the mom-to-be with a baby shower games list printable PDF with game instructions and a supply list.

Do you have an upcoming baby shower to plan for a friend or loved one, or maybe even for yourself? If so, you are going to need some games to play at your amazing baby shower. But what games should you play? Don’t fret because we have some great baby shower games for you to enjoy at your next baby sprinkle.

What are fun baby shower games?

It doesn’t matter if the baby shower you are throwing is co-ed or ladies only, you will still need some fun baby shower games to play. You will find a mix of games here that are appropriate for co-ed or ladies-only baby showers, and none of these baby shower games require a whole lot of setup or planning in advance.

Most of these games are interactive and designed to get all of the guests either talking or up and moving. Included in these printable baby shower games is an emoji Pictionary baby shower game that is perfect for guests to play as they arrive. Once everyone has arrived and had a chance to play you can pull out the answer sheet and see how many everyone got right, make sure to have a prize on hand for the winner.

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Baby Shower Games Printable

What makes ours the best baby shower games? This right here. A list of baby shower games you can print and play at your baby shower. These are just a glimpse of the hilarious baby shower games that you will find in this printable baby shower game list. All of these games are easy to set up and are lots of fun to play as you celebrate the new mom-to-be.

Keep your baby shower guests entertained. We have all the activities and baby shower games you need for your next gathering. Use this list of the best baby shower games for gender reveals, virtual parties, co-ed showers and more.

Put the play back in your party plan with these low-cost party activities for a baby shower. These 16 baby celebration game ideas include directions as well as baby shower game supplies so you can be an organized host. In addition to these fun game ideas, you can will also get a bonus Baby Shower Emoji Pictionary game printable.

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Fun Baby Shower Ideas

Need more baby shower ideas? We have plenty of fun and cheap baby shower ideas including games, shower ideas, gender reveals and recipes.

If you aren’t waiting until birth to find out the sex of your baby, take a look at these incredible Gender Reveal Party Ideas. Creative and unique gender reveal ideas that incorporate pink or blue, he or she. Smoke bombs, confetti, balloon pops, and surprise boxes. Get ready for the excitement! Pin to Pinterest.

Hosting a baby shower? Take a look at these Baby Shower Tips and Ideas including fun recipes, games and hosting tips. Pin to Pinterest.

So this idea is kind of fun and definitely original. This 4-in-one Baby Shower Scavenger Hunt can be used multiple ways. Use for a Gender Reveal, Name Reveal, Prize or Baby Shower Party Favor Hunt. This baby shower game set also includes a What’s in Your Purse Game. Pin to Pinterest.

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You’ve Been Gobbled Printable

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October 6, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Kids, Parenting, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Thanksgiving Leave a Comment

Download this cute You’ve Been Gobbled printable set complete with free printable door hangers, signs and Thanksgiving gift tags. This fun Thanksgiving activity can be used in the classroom, neighborhood, or among family and friends.

You may have heard of the Halloween tradition “you’ve been booed” where you surprise someone with a gift package full of Halloween cheer, and then ask them to continue sharing it with others. Well, “you’ve been gobbled” is the Thanksgiving version of sharing some holiday cheer with others.

You’ve been gobbled is a fun Thanksgiving tradition that you can get the whole family in on. It’s essentially Secret Santa but for Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is all about what we are thankful for in our lives and friends, family, and neighbors are certainly on that list.

So how do you put together a you’ve been gobbled surprise gift basket or bag? Well, the first thing that you need to do is print the you’ve been gobbled free printables, and decide who you plan to surprise. Once you’ve decided on a couple of friends or neighbors you will need to decide what items you would like to surprise them with.

You’ve Been Gobbled Gift Ideas

Let’s talk about some you’ve been gobbled gift ideas that you might want to include inside of your Thanksgiving surprise basket. A hot drink mix like hot chocolate or apple cider would be perfect, a Thanksgiving-themed pot holder or dish towel, or a fall-scented candle.

Some other gift ideas include a boxed cake mix with frosting, some fall-scented hand soap, a coffee mug, a can of pumpkin (include your favorite recipe for it), or a coloring book and crayons. Novelty Thanksgiving toys, candy, and a Thanksgiving card are also nice additions to your basket. You can put whatever you like inside of your gift basket, the point is just to share the Thanksgiving spirit with others.

Once you’ve decided on who your recipients are and what to put in the basket, it’s time to decide on how to drop it off.

How to You’ve Been Gobbled

It’s easy to gobble friends, family and neighbors. First, using many of our ideas out together a low-cost basket (or bag) of treats. You can add cute gift tags to the outside of the bag. Make extra copies of the printable so when you Gobble the recipient, you can also drop off copies of the printable set.

Most people choose to leave their basket in a nice version of a ding dong ditch. Basically, you wait until a time that you know they are home, but are unlikely to run into them coming in or out, and set the basket on the porch with your you’ve been gobbled printable. Ring the doorbell and take off before you are seen!

Once that person has been gobbled, they will hang on the front door, the door hanger that says “we’ve been goobled.” The will use the extra copies of You’ve Been gobbled and gobble another friend or neighbor.

The fun is passed along down the street, down the hallway or around the circle of friends.

How can I use the Gobbled Printable Set?

The best thing about this Gobbled Thanksgiving Tradition set is it can be used for many reasons in the month of November. Pas sit along the office for a fun holiday activity. Are you a teacher? This gobbled gift idea can be used in a school setting and move like wildfire from classroom to classroom. Imagine the joy that would bring Thanksgiving week before the holiday break comes.

Friends

Start a holiday tradition with friends and neighbors. This you’ve ben We’ve Been Gobbled set is perfect for neighbors and friends. It can even be accompanied with a Friendsgiving party invitation and left on a friend’s doorstep. In addition, consider a neighbor that doesn’t have family and friends for the holiday. Leave an extra Thanksgiving plate of Thanksgiving dinner so your friend can have a small feast. No need to pass the tradition along. The act of kindness can stop there.

Adults

You’ve heard of we’ve been booed, how about we’ve been boozed? The holiday season is a perfect time for friends and family, use this printable gobbled set to deliver boozy goodies. The you’ve been gobbled door hanger is perfect for attaching to the neck of a wine bottle on Thanksgiving day as a special thanksgiving treat.

Kids

Of course we would not be Frugal Coupon Living, if we weren’t talking about Elf ideas. Use this Gobbled printable as an Elf on the Shelf arrival idea. You could even dress Elf in in a turkey costume or pilgrim costume and have him/her deliver special Thanking treats as a welcome back idea!

Teachers

We all know how teachers can get burnt out with the craziness of the holiday season. This is perfect staff appreciation idea for a Thankful Thursday gift for a teacher. They can pay it forward to colleagues as a staff activity or graciously accept the gift for Thanksgiving and stop the activity there. In addition, this fun Thanksgiving activity for kids can be passed along from classroom to classroom. If you are the home room or PTA mom, ask your teacher about doing something like this to boost the morale of the school.

Whichever you choose, make sure that you let your kids in on your you’ve been gobbled project. It is a great way to teach them about the importance of caring for our friends and neighbors. Have them include a Thanksgiving coloring page, or a Thanksgiving card that they have made. Let them give their input on a gift that you include, and if they are fast runners you can let them leave the gift on the porch!

You’ve Been Gobbled Free Printable

Download our free printables. including the You’ve Been + We’ve Been Gobbled Printable set. The kit comes with a door sign, door hangers, and Thanksgiving gift tags. Use the gift tags and attach them to baskets, the outside of paper lunch bags or a small gift boxes.

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The you’ve been gobbled Thanksgiving basket or gift bag is a great way to share some Thanksgiving cheer with those around you. Make sure that you include the you’ve been gobbled printables so that whomever you give it to can keep on paying it forward with holiday random acts of kindness. If someone has gobbled your family, make sure that you put the we’ve been gobbled door hanger on your door so that others will choose a family who hasn’t been gobbled yet.

You’ve Been Booed Holiday Ideas

The fun doesn’t end there. You can do this idea for every major holiday. Get Booed, Gobbled, Elfed, , Pierced, Egged and Shamrocked! These are all free holiday printables you can download today.

Halloween You’ve Been Booed
Christmas You’ve Been Elfed
Valentine You’ve Been Pierced (coming soon)
Easter You’ve Been Egged (coming soon)
St. Patricks’ Day You’ve Been Shamrocked (coming soon)

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The Best Thanksgiving Games for Family & Friends

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October 5, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Kids, Parenting, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Thanksgiving Leave a Comment

Enjoy this fun Thanksgiving Games with family and friends. This Thanksgiving games printable include of the best Thanksgiving party games for a Friendsgiving, classroom party, or Thanksgiving potluck. You can even use these Thanksgiving game ideas to begin some new family traditions for fall.

There is something about cooler weather and the first leave to fall that makes me want to bring all the family tradition out. From fall festivals, picking apples, carving pumpkins, and hosting friends and family.

Thanksgiving is a perfect time to get together with family and friends. It’s a pretty chill holiday but definitely has many opportunity to not be a bore.

What are some Thanksgiving day activities?

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to wrap up your fall bucket list. Common thanksgiving traditions and activities include a morning Turkey Trot, watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, anticipation of a silly Elf on the Shelf returning, baking, a backyard football game and perhaps lots of eating. There are plenty of activities and Thanksgiving games that can be done with both friends and family, kids and adults.

What do kids do at Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving is full of fall traditions that are very exciting for kids. From baking pumpkin pie to watching football, creating Thanksgiving crafts to setting the Thanksgiving table, there are many activities and family traditions that kids and patriciate in.

Prepare activities for your next Thanksgiving with the kids in mind. Of course a family game night (or even a family game day) is a bit out of the norm on Thanksgiving but doesn’t mean you can’t try something new and non-traditional. If you are looking to bring a fun thanksgiving activities for adults, kids, family and friends, take a look at these unique Thanksgiving games for kids and adults that will create some amazing memories.

What are some games for a Thanksgiving party?

If you are looking for a list of activities to keep your guests entertained, take a look at these fun Thanksgiving party game ideas. Twelve of the best thanksgiving games for kids and adults that aren’t bingo, board games or football.

These DIY Thanksgiving Family games can be pulled together in a matter of seconds. With a list of easy game instructions and game supplies, they keep you organized and on track. Use for a Thanksgiving classroom party, for hosting a friendsgiving or add as a new family tradition for the fall.

Thanksgiving game ideas include…

Bobbing for Apples

You’ll need: Bucket, water, apples, string

In this traditional Thanksgiving game, players try to grab an apple out of a bucket of water using only their mouth. Need to adapt this game into something germ-free? This can be twisted into a similar game by typing apples on a string and hanging from a tree or pole (keeping everyone from sharing germs.)

Turkey Leg Ring Toss

You’ll need: Rings, tape, brown grocery bags, newspaper

Similar to ring toss, see how many rings you can get on the turkey legs. For a night game, add glow in the dark necklaces as your rings. For brief directions, turkey legs can easily be created using brown paper bags. Twist the top to make the leg.

Turkey Leg Hunt

You’ll need: Plastic Easter eggs, washi tape, candies or small prizes, plastic spoons,

Spin this Easter game into a hilaroius thanksgiving-themed activity. Similar to an Easter egg hunt, only seekers are finding the turkey legs. Easy to make. Lots of fun included. Of course everyone will love the prize inside!

Gobble. Gobble. Eat

You’ll need: A plate of Thanksgiving food

This Thanksgiving dinner game requires you to be on your feet while eating. Okay, you actually take a seat but you better be paying attention! Through pleasant conversation (don’t change what you are talking about), take turns spilling key words. make sure you follow the table instructions when you hear those key words.

Candy Corn Pyramid Toss

You’ll need: Gravy bowl, cups, candy corn, mini marshmallows

In this minute to win it challenge, see how many candy corns (or marshmallows) you can score in 60 seconds! Use gravy bowls or cups to catch the flying candy.

Turkey Bowling

You’ll need: Construction paper, plastic cups, pumpkins, 2-Liter bottles

Grab your Halloween pumpkins and let’s go bowling. With construction paper, you can decorate cups or 2-litter bottles into cute turkey crafts. Fun as an outdoor or backyard Thanksgiving game on turkey day.

Turkey Waddle Relay

You’ll need: Balloons

Thanksgiving requires outdoor games that don’t include football. ~~Run~~ waddle your way to the finish line in this Thanksgiving relay race. With a balloon between your legs, hobble to tag your teammate as they continue to race. Fastest team, wins.

Pumpkin Drop

You’ll need: Baskets, mini pumpkins

More waddling required in this relay race that add miniature pumpkins (yam or gourd.) No hand sand don’t let your pumpkin fall to the floor. Shake your tail feather as you go!

Pumpkin Roll

You’ll need: Pumpkins

Just like the Easter egg roll classic game, only with pumpkins. Roll your way to the finish line in this Thanksgiving day race. Stay in teams for this group game.

Candy Corn Search

You’ll need: Whipped cream, pie tins, candy corn

Get messy in this whipped cream pie tin game. See if you can be the first to find all the candy corn in this Thanksgiving Minute to Win it Game.

Roll on Relay

You’ll need: Sweet potatoes

Using your nose, get ready for laughter and squeals in this race against two players. Here’s the twist, no hands!

Each of these games shares a brief description of how to play. Print the Thanksgiving party games printable (below) to get the entire list of games and full game descriptions as well as a supply checklist.

Printable Games for Thanksgiving

Using many common supplies you have around the house, enjoy these Holiday Games for Thanksgiving. These Thanksgiving-themed activities are sure to continue the fun for the whole family.

Our Thanksgiving games printables include…

Thanksgiving Party Games

Don’t waddle, run and download these twelve Thanksgiving games printable that keep the party lively and the guests laughing. This Thanksgiving printable PDF includes instructions and a supply list.

Playing these unique and creative games will create ice breakers, deeper friendships and bring plenty of laughter. Appropriate for ages kids to adults!

Thanksgiving Games Printable PDF

Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt

Want another idea for Thanksgiving morning. Take your kids on a treasure hunt with this fun at home Thanksgiving Scavenger hunt. This set comes with both 20 rhyming riddles of kids for kids to solve and a Thanksgiving photo scavenger hunt for toddlers and preschoolers. This fun activity can be inside with clue cards or outside with a checklist.

Thanksgiving Minute to Win it Games

Do you love fast paced games? How about 60 second challenges? These fun Thanksgiving Minute to Win it Games are perfectly themed for the fall!

Thanksgiving Charades Cards

Have you played charades? Thanksgiving charades is an excellent party game for adults and kids. In this word guessing game, one player acts out the word phrase while the rest of the group guesses. Try to act out some of these Thanksgiving themed charades cards including pumpkin pie, Thanksgiving potluck, cranberries and more.

If you are not ready to buy our Thanksgiving family games, download our free Thanksgiving printables including these free Thanksgiving Charades Cards.

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If you like this free thanksgiving game printable, consider revisiting the store for the Thanksgiving Party Games and take your fall party to the next level by adding in 12 more incredible Thanksgiving party game ideas.

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More Games for Thanksgiving

The are a wide range of Thanksgiving games for kids, adults, family and friends. Take a look at some of these other fun Thanksgiving game ideas that aren’t football! use them in the classroom, at youth group, at a Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving potluck or with kids party.

It’s time to put the play back in your party plan without breaking the bank. Our goal is to bring you low-cost entertainment but plenty f fun!

Use as Thanksgiving games for kids for a classroom party, get creative and bring these as fun activities for Friendsgiving, or create new and exciting Family Traditions this Fall.

Also download our Thanksgiving Minute to Win it Games. Teammates will race to complete 60 second challenges to be declared the Turkey Bowl Champion.

Gather a few supplies likely already in your home including Turkey feathers, googly eyes, timer, dice, construction paper, plastic cups, sweet potatoes, pom poms, tissue box, clothespins and more.

Other homemade games you can do yourself are Thanksgiving Bingo, Thanksgiving Scattergories, Thanksgiving Mad Libs and more. These fun games are sure to build up an appetite so you can Sit and enjoy your Thanksgiving feast!

Enjoy and Happy Thanksgiving!

Get crafty too. These fun Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids can be done in the classroom or at home. Pin to Pinterest.

Now that you have the Thanksgiving entertainment planned, focus on the table! Look a look at this beautiful Thanksgiving Table Décor. They would be perfect for a friendsgiving, family dinner or an office Thanksgiving potluck. Pin to Pinterest.

Disney Princess Party Ideas

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September 21, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Birthday, Crafts, Facebook, Games, Hacks, Home Improvement, Instagram, Kids, Parenting, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Recipe, Social Media Leave a Comment

Girl, put on your crown. This post is full of exciting Princess Party Ideas. Enjoy princess birthday cakes, party foods, crafts, princess party games, party favors and more! If the crown fits, wear it!

Your little princess is turning another year older. You know what that means. Bring on the crowns, sparkles, fancy food, and all things pink. It’s time for a princess party! If you’re looking for tips and ideas to plan the perfect princess birthday party, you’re in luck. We’ve got loads of cute ideas for princess cupcakes, princess games, pretty party food fit for royalty, and lots of décor, favors, and crafts that the kids can make to keep them entertained.

From tea party scones to strawberry cupcakes to sparkly pink slime to send home with every princess, you’re sure to find some excellent princess party ideas to use for your birthday bash. Happy planning!

Princess Birthday Cakes

For get the birthday cake! If cupcakes are more your style, you can’t get any prettier (or pinker) than these lovely raspberry JELLO cupcakes. The white chocolate buttercream icing makes these cupcakes ultra sweet. They’re a nice change of pace from your usual chocolate or vanilla cupcakes. Simple sprinkles give the cupcake some texture your birthday princess will love. | Saving You Dinero

Rapunzel is a really popular princess, thanks to the Tangled movies, so these Rapunzel cupcakes could be perfect for your little princess. We love the bold colors of the purple icing with the yellow “hair” trailing down the side of the cupcake. And you can use a boxed cake mix and store-bought frosting for these, making them easier to prepare than you’d think. | Well If She Can Do It

Indulge your sweet tooth with these pretty pastel strawberry-filled cupcakes. It’s a vanilla cupcake recipe, and they’re filled with strawberry jam. This recipe makes a small batch of only seven cupcakes, so if you’re planning on lots of party guests, make sure to triple the recipe. Add a fun gum ball for sweet treat cake toppers. | Amanda Wilens

How about some strawberry cupcakes that are full of real strawberry pieces throughout? They’re topped with a pink swirled vanilla frosting and a large pink gumball on top to complete the look. | Cookie Dough and Oven Mitt

Princess Party Food

Throwing a princess party in the fall or winter months when the weather’s chilly? The princesses will surely welcome this gorgeous, warming cup of Elsa white hot chocolate. These princess party drinks are rich, creamy, ready in less than 10 minutes, and perfect for any princess. | Baking Beauty

If you’re considering a tea party, no tea is complete without some delicious scones. These chocolate chunk scones will go over well. This recipe makes eight scones, and they look lovely cut into heart shapes and surrounded by pink flowers. | Amanda Wilens

Speaking of tea, you’ll need some finger sandwiches for the affair. Since they’re served cold or at room temperature, you don’t have to worry about keeping them warm or reheating! | Aleka’s Get Together

Are you going for a Cinderella theme? If so, these magical pumpkin piñatas are an absolute must. They’re filled with lots of fun candy inside and will delight all the little princesses at your party. | Cookie Dough and Oven Mitt

Try foods themed after all the Disney princesses! There are many ideas here, like Anna’s sandwiches in the shape of crowns using a Princess Crown Cookie Cutter. Also try fairy bread in honor of Cinderella’s godmother, Tiana’s lemon frog cake, and more. | Play Party Plan

Belle’s grey stuff is super popular at the Disney parks, but you can easily make it at home for your princess party! It’s basically Oreo pudding. Adding the sugar pearls to each dollop of pudding makes it look extra fancy. | Lil Luna

These Beauty and the Beast Oreos are almost too pretty to eat. Almost. The Oreos are covered in yellow chocolate melts and topped with white icing and sugared red roses. They’ll look gorgeous on the dessert table. | Mommy Musings

Princess Party Décor

To make a significant visual impact for just a few dollars, try this plastic tablecloth backdrop in different shades of pink. It’ll look amazing behind your food table, candy buffet and you could do one for a photo backdrop as well. This aurora inspired backdrop screams all things pink. Adjust the princess party decorations tablecloth colors to fit your favorite Disney princess. | Smart Party Planning

Princess Party Activities, Crafts & Favors

Get ready to entertain your guests… your princesses… with these princess party games. Ten engaging and fun games for girls from treasure hunts, to relays, wand making and more. Add these princess games to play to the party plan.

This princess birthday party games printable set is mostly fitting for preschoolers. Think ages 3, 4, 5 6 and 7. Set comes with princess games directions and supply list.

Now we need a few low-cost Disney Princess party supplies. These princess paper dolls will make beautiful party décor and could be given out as favors or used as a party craft, too. You can even save them after the party to decorate your little princess’s room with her favorite Disney princess. | Red Ted Art

For more Disney Princess party ideas, these adorable princess candy necklace princess party favors will be a hit with the girls! They have an unbranded look, so they’re great for a general princess theme but could work for a Disney princess party, too. These could even be used as invitations. You can also find this free princess themed birthday party printable in our 25 Free Disney Printables post! | Five Marigolds

A princess party theme needs an amazing crown or tiaras. You’ll be amazed at all the beautiful ideas in this post from Dinner at the Zoo, but one of our favorites was having the flower crowns for girls and gold crowns for boys so that everyone got something to sit atop their head, just like real princesses and princes. Other ideas that we loved were the jewelry selection station (with beaded and candy jewelry available) and the face painting station. | Dinner at the Zoo

Want a fun princess themed birthday party favor? Make batches of fairy slime to give to the princesses in attendance! Parents will appreciate that there’s no food coloring so that it won’t stain kids’ hands. It’s still lovely and sparkly, though. | The Best Ideas for Kids

For slime fanatics, this princess slime is another excellent choice. It’s made with only three ingredients and is pink and sparkly. What more could you ask for? Put in little jars with a ribbon tied around, and you’re all set. | Simple Everyday Mom

How fun is this pink princess cake mix playdough? It’s perfect if you’re throwing a party for toddlers or preschoolers. However, if you want to make this taste-safe, you’ll need to use edible glitter instead of real glitter. | Crayons and Cravings

Princess Party Crafts

Any Disney princess or Little Mermaid fan will love making this Ariel papercraft. You can print and cut all the pieces to make it easy for the kids to assemble their own mermaid in just a few minutes. It’s super easy to change out the hair and skin color, too, just by changing out the color of craft paper. | Ottawa Mommy Club

No princess can be without her crown. Every little girl will enjoy making paper crowns as a great way to kick off the party. You’ll need some yellow or gold construction paper or scrapbook paper and lots of pretty stick-on jewels. | The Craft at Home Family

A proper princess needs a wand! Making paper leaf wands can be a super fun craft for the kids, especially if they gather their own sticks, get to choose their ribbon colors, etc. Of course, if you don’t have time for an extended craft, you could always reassemble them or at least prepare all the materials beforehand. | Barley and Birch

Here’s another princess papercraft that’s super easy to set up and make. If Snow White is one of your child’s favorites, they’ll love this craft! It looks just like her, doesn’t it? | Ottawa Mommy Club

We hope you enjoyed this list of princess birthday party ideas. We’d love to feature even more ideas! If you’ve thrown a spectacular princess party, share your pictures with us.

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Cheers to another year!