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Overnight Camping at Night Hacks

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December 7, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Frugal Living, Hacks, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer, Travel

published date: May 31, 2020
modified datt: December 07,2021

Ready for the great outdoors? These Overnight Camping Hacks and Tips will keep you and the kids busy while you enjoy your camping trip! Save these creative camping activities, campfire games, and recipes to complete your list of things to do while camping at night!

Camping at Night Hacks, Activities, and More

Overnight Camping at Night Hacks

Camping is such an adventure, and there’s nothing like camping at night to give you the full immersive experience of the great outdoors! The trouble comes when you’re trying to find a way to keep the kids occupied while spending the night at the campsite. These Camping at Night Hacks and Tips has all of the fun stuff to keep everyone busy while serving up some wisdom that will make camping easier. Keep an eye out for our list of Things To Do While Camping at Night – games, activities and traditions to start with the family on your next camp trip! These camping hacks and camping activities will be a winner among kids and adults alike!

What should you not forget when camping?

Even if you’re only camping for one night, there are a few key supplies that everyone needs when going overnight camping!

  • Tent and tent stakes
  • Sleeping bags
  • Pillows
  • Flashlights, headlamps, and/or a lantern
  • Water and water bottles
  • Camp-friendly food
  • Fire starter

Get our Free Camping Packing list so you pack all the right things.

What is the most comfortable way to sleep in a tent?

Simply having a sleeping bag will still feel like you’re sleeping on hard ground. If you’re looking for a more comfortable way to camp overnight, we recommend bringing a sleeping pad or cot of some sort to make your temporary bed a little cushier. These aren’t necessary, so don’t stress if you forget to take them along!

Before your camping vacation, take a look at these camping ideas including…

  • Camping Hacks and Tips (our original post, filled with camping tips and goodness!)
  • Easy Camping Recipes
  • Foil Packet Meals including our Campfire Hot Dogs and Cinnamon Rolls Baked in Oranges
  • Camping Packing List
  • RV Packing List

For a kids overnight or sleepaway camp, take a look at Summer Camp Hacks and Tips. For a girls weekend, enjoy these Glamping Ideas.


Overnight Camping Hacks

We took some of our beloved Camping Hacks and Tips and stepped it up with new Overnight Camping Tips and Ideas.

Keep your personal sleeping space clean. Your tent should be clean so you can get the best sleep possible, even when you’re camping! This shoe basket camping hack keeps all shoes out of the tent and the sleeping area free of mud and dirt. | Sunny Simple Life

Hitting the road in an RV? Save this RV Packing List from Frugal Coupon Living. This camping checklist resource will help you get organized before taking off.

Busy the kids with their very own Camping Journal and Logbook from Frugal Coupon Living. They can add to it each year and look back on all their memories!

Want to take a hike while camping? If you are looking for the best places to hike in the U.S., download our hiking trail bucket list and hiking journal too!

Prevent cool air from escaping the top of the cooler with a DIY cooler cover. Recycle an old foam sleeping pad or yoga mat and cut the foam mat the exact dimension of the cooler interior. This is a great hack for camping at night to keep your breakfast ingredients chilled! | Cabela’s

Bring solar lights to illuminate your campsite when you’re camping at night. Stake them around the campsite (especially near your tent stakes to prevent tripping) or mount in an inverted Terra Cotta pot. | Starling Travel

Don’t just bring water — freeze your water jugs before you go! Use them as your drinking water as they melt. This way you’ll have cold water all night (and morning) long. You can also illuminate water jugs with a head lamp with this creative Camping at Night Hack. | Instructables

This camping hack is a must for everyone. Prevent yourself and your family from tripping over tent stakes by marking them off with bright pool noodles. Can’t miss them! | Source

No pool noodles? Check out these LED light up ten stakes to prevent tripping over stakes in the night.


Safety first with this unique camping hack. Keep sharp knives safely tucked away in pieces of pool noodles. | Kid Friendly Things to Do

Taking an extended camping trip or staying near water? Start stockpiling your bread tags for this next camping at night hack. They make great clothespins for drying clothes or other items. | REI

I highly recommend water shoes when camping. However, it can be inevitable a pair of cloth sneakers gets soaked. Have extra newspapers. Pack some newspapers to line a table, help start a fire or speed up the drying process overnight. | According to Elle

This camping food hack is the best. Make your own on-the-go-traveling pantry. You’ll get easy access to all the essentials and can close the door to keep out critters at night! | Mountain Campingz

When it’s time for bed, turn a pool float into a mattress and cover with a sleeping bag, blanket and/or sheets. It’s like your own air mattress, but you don’t have to pack or pay for one! | Meg for It


Things To Do While Camping at Night

Get creative with these fun nighttime camping activities that go beyond the standard board game and ghost story.

You can partially prepare this camping arts and crafts idea at home. Write your kid’s name on white paper with Sharpie. Once you go camping, collect nature (leaves, sticks, twigs, etc) to create this adorable art, a nature name activity. | Mrs. Jones Creation Station

Pick up some glow in the dark paint and paint your walking sticks! It will help you see while you’re moving around at night. You can use a glow in the dark paint, glow in the dark spray or even glow in the dark tape. | Creek Line House


During the day, talk about constellations. Teach your kids about what a constellation is — a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern that is traditionally named after its apparent form or identified with a mythological figure. While it is light outside, make this camp craft, a Stellar Constellation Viewer for Kids. At night, stargaze around the campfire and talk about the constellations on your viewer that you also see in the night sky.

Everyone loves a classic s’more recipe. Once the sun goes down, put a twist on your average camping dessert with our Campfire Cones! Maybe less messy, definitely more fun!

Want to try something different? Make colored fire. How cool is this? Packages of colored fire crystals or pine cones are sold at most camping supply stores or online on Amazon. If you want to make your own, you can check out these DIY colored fire ingredients.


Don’t forget about telling stories around the campfire! Use a flashlight and your tent to make a shadow puppets show. This How to Make a Shadow Puppet tutorial is very helpful. | Fine Art America

Have camping activities planned for the kids. These are some of the Best Camping Games for Kids and include directions and a supply list. Most of the supplies you will already have on your trip!

13 Best Camping Games PDF

Outdoor Games at Night

DIY Night Bowling Backyard and Camping

Get ready for a strike with this glow in the dark bowling game using glow sticks and 2-liter water bottles. (As seen in our Summer Bucket List.) | Growing a Jeweled Rose

Camping Flashlight Hide and Seek

Have you ever heard of flashlight tag? This is one of the most fun camping activities, and it helps the kids get some energy out before it’s time for bed.

How to Play Flashlight Tag

Flashlight Tag Directions: Similar to hide and seek. Everyone carries their own flashlight but only the person who is IT has their’s on. Instead of tagging with hands, you tag with light. Once you’ve been tagged, you turn on your flashlight, point it toward the sky and stand still. Another player can free you by crawling in between your legs (or tagging you). Once everyone is frozen IT wins and the game starts.

Before everyone hides, establish a perimeter (area you cannot go past.) This is especially important for campsites or unfamiliar areas.

We have plenty of other night games you can play outdoors! Print our night games for kids. This includes Glow Sardines, Flashlight Tag, Gloweyball, Ghost in the Graveyard, Firefly, Kick the Can in the Dark, and Night Statues.

Camping Scavenger Hunt Printable

Run your kid around the camp (ok, okay…walk) on this Camping Treasure Hunt. 20 Fun Camping Scavenger Hunt riddles to enjoy the outdoors!

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Speaking of flashlights, don’t forget our free outdoor games printable. Our Flashlight Scavenger Hunt download (see more Scavenger Hunt Ideas.)

To get your free flashlight scavenger hunt printable, subscribe to our emails and look for a link and password in our inbox. The access code allows you to access and download all of our free printables, as well.


What didn’t I think of that?! Camping Hacks and Tips for the great outdoors. Pin to Pinterest.

Weather bad? Take a look at these Camping in the Rain Tips. Pin to Pinterest.

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Enjoy these Camping Recipes for dinner, snacks, breakfast and lunch. Pin to Pinterest.



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Camping Hacks, Tips and Tricks

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December 7, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Frugal Living, Hacks, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer, Travel

published date: April 01, 2019
modified datt: December 07,2021

Camping Hacks, Tips and Tricks on Frugal Coupon Living. Creative camping ideas to simplify your memorable family outdoor trip.

Camping Hacks, Tips and Tricks

Ah, the great outdoors. Whether you’re an experienced camper or a novice like me, everyone should know these great camping hacks, tips and tricks. Learn the best way to store eggs and other camping food hacks, find out how to keep that toilet paper dry, or create a DIY lantern out of a gallon jug (no cutting required!) You might love these tips for camping so much you’ll be using them at home, the beach, or even your next picnic. Enjoy all of these fun camping tips, and happy camping!

What’s fun about camping?

Even if you’re not a huge fan of the outdoors, you’ll still have fun camping! Camping is great for families because it requires teamwork. You’ll get a lot of quality time, make some great memories, and bring the whole family together. Plus, it’s a great way to get kids out of the house and give them a healthy dose of fresh air. These ideas for camping will make the whole event easier so your family can focus on having fun, not the bare necessities!

That are many things you can do when camping with the family. If looking for a list of ideas, make sure to include our Camping Games and our Camping Treasure Hunt. Both bring excitement to the campfire and create amazing memories and family traditions.

If you’re looking for great ideas for camping, make sure to check out our Overnight Camping Hacks and Tips!

Happy Camping!

Best Places to Hike in the U.S.

If you are looking for the best places to hike in the U.S., download our hiking trail bucket list and hiking journal.

Camping Survival Kit

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Create your own DIY Camping Survival Kit from The Benson Street. It’s got all the necessities like hand sanitizer, duct tape, bandages, and more!

Camping Games for Kids

Keep the kids entertained with camping activities. Download these 13 Best Camping Games which include directions and a supply list (using items you likely already have!)

Camping Games for Kids Download PDF

DIY Camping Toilet

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Make your own Camping Toilet with this tutorial from A Thrifty Mom. It’s not the most fun of our camping tips, but it’s definitely necessary! To me, this trick is genius. Don’t forget the plastic bags!

Rolled Camp Kitchen

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Bring along all your kitchen needs in one tidy package with this Rolled Up Kitchen Guide from Today’s Creative Life. Hey, just because you’re roughing it outdoors doesn’t mean you can’t stay organized!


Camping Packing List and Meal Planner

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Camping Packing List and Meal Planner Printables on Frugal Coupon Living is great for planning all your camping food hacks. Customize it to your family’s preferences!

Keep camping fun for the kids with their own Camping Journal and Logbook on Frugal Coupon Living. You can add onto this year by year!

Campfire Fire Bombs

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DIY Campfire Bombs from Inspired by Family Mag will come in handy when you are ready to start the fire!

DIY Pinecone Fire Starters

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You’ve got to try this Pinecone Campfire Starter Recipe from Today’s Creative Life. It’s a little more eco-friendly and a fun camping activity for the kids before you go.

Coffee Can Toilet Paper Storage

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One of my favorite tips for camping: Store Toilet Paper in a Coffee Can from Life Hacker to keep it nice and dry. Genius!

Mesh Hanging Organizer Hack

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In a small tent, it’s easy for things to get messy. Stay organized with this Mesh Hanging Organizer from Mama Momtourage. Such a great tip!

DIY Outdoor Candle Stakes

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DIY Outdoor Candle Stakes from a Subtle Revelry is a great one of our ideas for camping. They’re like little tiki torches!

Water Jug Lantern

Water Jug Light Hack for Camping

 

Forgot your lantern at home? No worries! Turn a Water Jug into a Lantern Instructables. So genius!

Hand Washing Station

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We love camping tips that make sure everyone stays clean! How creative is this Hand Washing Station from Do It and How?

Frozen Water Jug Ice Hack

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Instead of ice, use Frozen Water Jugs — once they melt, you’ll have cold water to drink! Idea from Camping Blogger. So smart!

DIY Snack Containers

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Start saving your empty coffee creamer containers for this great camping food hack. Store your snacks in these DIY Snack Containers from Stockpiling Moms.

DIY Soap Pouch

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Keep everyone clean with this DIY Soap Pouch from Whimsy Love!

DIY Plastic Bag Keeper

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Looking for easy storage? Craft this DIY Plastic Bag Keeper from Curbly. This goes great with the camping toilet, and it’s super useful if you’re bringing a furry friend.

Duct Tape Hack

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Looking for tips for camping that save space? Leave your bulky Duct Tape Roll at home and wrap what you’ll need around your flashlight instead. Idea from Happy Money Saver. Genius!

Camping Scavenger Hunt

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Making camping fun for the kids with this Camping Scavenger Hunt from Creative Homemakers.

Tent Welcome Mat Hack

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There’s little I hate more than a dirty floor, especially one you’re sleeping on! Bring a Welcome Mat to keep Dirt Out of the Tent from My Clever Nest and keep those tent floors clean.

Mason Jar Matches Hack

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Store your Matches in a Mason Jar. Glue some sandpaper on top for a strike from Like to Love. This one will become one of your most reliable tips for camping!

Yoga Mat Cushion Hack

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A Yoga Mat makes a great cushion for your sleeping bag from The 3 Day. Bring a thick one for maximum comfort!

Scrambled Eggs Hack

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Keep the camping food hacks coming! Make Scrambled Eggs in an Old Coffee Creamer Container from Lifehacker. This is truly genius and will make breakfast for the whole family a breeze.

Cork Hack for Keys

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If you’re camping near the water, place a Cork on Your Keys so they float to the top! Idea from Green Moxie. (This is also in our Beach Tips & Tricks!)

Ketchup Bottle Pancake Mix Hack

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Repurpose an old Ketchup Bottle for Pancake Mix from Real Simple.  It makes pouring pancakes so much easier, especially on the go. Reduce, reuse, recycle!

Camping Treasure Hunt

Run your kid around the camp (ok, okay…walk) on this Camping Treasure Hunt. 20 Fun Camping Scavenger Hunt riddles to enjoy the outdoors!

Storage Bin Tub Hack

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Turn a regular old Storage Bin into a Toddler Tub from Living on Latte. I have seen this used at the beach too!

DIY Shower Lanyards

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Make Individual Shower Lanyards from The Pop Up Princess. I could see this as a fun gift if a large group of friends are camping together. The lanyard all keeps the loofah out of the dirt and secures everything in one place!


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Camping? Take a look at these Camping in the Rain Tips. Pin to Pinterest.

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Also check out these Camping Hot Dogs Recipe for the Campfire. Pin to Pinterest.

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We think these Fritos Bagged Walking Tacos are delicious. Pin to Pinterest.

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For dessert, enjoy these S’mores Campfire Cones. Pin to Pinterest.

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Also enjoy these Camping Recipes Your Family Will Love. Pin to Pinterest.

We love these Foil Packet Meals for the Grill, Oven or Campfire. Pin to Pinterest.

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Minute to Win It Water Games for Kids

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November 22, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Games, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Summer

published date: September 03, 2021
modified datt: November 22,2021

Get the kids outside and keep summer cool with these 16 Minute to Win It water games for kids. Summer will be a blast with the kids and their friends with these splashtastic wet and wild games this year!

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It’s summertime and no one wants to be cooped up inside. But with the kids home from school, it can be hard to find things for them to do that are both fun and safe. Plan a fun afternoon with the kids and their friends with these exciting minute to win it water games for kids!

The heat can’t stop the fun when there’s water involved. There are lots of great games that will keep everyone cool while they have a blast outside! Fun water activities include sprinkler tag, water balloon toss, and Marco Polo in the pool or at the beach.

If you want something more organized, try the water games for kids I’ve put together like pop the (water) balloons, squirt gun car races, pass the water, and puddle jumper. You can even make your own game with your favorite backyard toys!

Whatever outside games you choose to do this summer, just remember these three words: Keep it cool!

How to Use Minute to Win It Water Games for Kids

Planning and setting up these minute to win it games are easy! Just print out the pdf, pick your favorite games, gather up your supplies, and let the fun begin! With 16 creative ideas, you can host water games in your backyard several times this summer.

The best thing? The kids are happy, safe, and having a blast. You might even be labeled “the cool mom” in the neighborhood! Add some frozen popsicles and you have a fun afternoon on lock!

Games The Kids Will Love

Any time you set up activities for the kids it’s bound to be a blast. But these wet and wild games make sure of it. You won’t need a bunch of items, just things you can easily find around the house, and the local store, or even online.

Best Outdoor Water Games for Kids

Here are a few of the splash-tastic water games included in this set:

Water Balloon Toss

Supplies: Water Balloons

You know the drill. Toss the water balloon until it drops – splash! See which pair can continue to get the farthest apart from one another, without dropping the water balloon, to be declared the winner!

Pass the Water

Supplies: Buckets, Water, Plastic Cups

Get ready to get soaked with this exciting team competition game. Be the first team with the most water in your bucket and you win! All you need is water, enough plastic cups for each player, and two buckets.

Spray Off

Supplies: Balloons, Buckets, Squirt Bottles

Think you can control your balloon with a squirt of a water bottle? Show off your skills by guiding your balloon through the air and into the waiting trash can before your opponent does. All it takes for this game are two trash bins or storage buckets, balloons, and two squirt bottles.

Puddle Jumper

Supplies: Ping-Pong Balls, Water, Cups

This is a game of skill that puts your lungs to the test as you blow your ping pong ball from one cup of water to the next. Clear all the cups before the other team does and your team will be declared the winners!

Frozen T-Shirt Relay

Supplies: Frozen T-shirts

This game is a classic, classic as in it was played in the 80s (and maybe even before.) Freeze a wet t-shirt and each team must unravel that frozen t-shirt and get it over their head in… you guessed it, 60 seconds!

We hope this article has given you some ideas on how to engage kids all summer long with minute to win it water games for kids. You can have fun without spending too much money or going crazy trying to think up new plans every week.

Planning out a few minutes of fun may be just what you need to spend more quality time with the kids and make summer memorable before they head back to school this fall!

Water Games for Kids Printable

Enjoy more minute to win it games with these printable downloads. Summer approved Wet n Wild Minute to Win it Games that give splash. Find the best 60-second games for the backyard, pool, or great outdoors. Beat the Heat. Download these 16 splash-tastic games.

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What you get with purchase:

  • 16 Splash-tastic Outdoor Minute to Win It Games List PDF Instant Digital Download (3 pages)
  • Full list of Outdoor Minute to Win it Games supplies

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Also visit our 18 of the Most Popular Minute to Win It Games PDF. Pair this with your outdoor water games to prolong the fun. Pin to Pinterest.

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Famous Footwear Back to School Shoes Sale: Buy One Get One 1/2 OFF

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July 30, 2021 by Frugal Coupon Living Writers Filed Under: Back To School, Fashion, Summer

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Shop Famous Footwear’s Back to School Shoes Sale and save during this Buy 1, Get 1 50% off event.  Famous Footwear carries Nike, Adidas, Vans, Converse and more of the most popular brands.

No need for a coupon or coupon code, when you add two pair of shoes to the cart the pair equal or of lesser value will automatically be 50% off.

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Kids DIY Back to School Crafts & School Supplies

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July 29, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, Back to School Series, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Seasonal, Social Media, Summer

published date: July 26, 2015
modified datt: July 29,2021

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Kids DIY Back to School Crafts & School Supplies

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It’s time to start thinking about heading Back To School. Didn’t we just get out? If you are looking for some creative things to do with the kids this summer, why not consider Back to School Crafts and DIY Activities that make the kids excited for the bell to ring! Use the time you have now to get your craft on and check out all of these fun ideas! From personalized bookmarks, pens and pencils to Teacher gifts and awesome organization ideas, this list will inspire you!

We think we have the perfect round-up of  Kids’ DIY Back to School Crafts for your Homemade School Supplies.

While you collect your child’s school supplies hold off on giving them anything. Take your kids on a Back to School Scavenger Hunt. 20 fun Back to School Themed treasure hunt riddles. This at home scavenger hunt leads them through a series of clues to collect their back to school supplies.

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1.) Pencil Vase from Frugal Coupon Living

2) Fabric Covered Books from Two Twenty One

3.) Organize Your Art with Design Improvised

4.) Reusable Snack Bags from Back to Her Roots


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5.) Apple Mason Jar Pencil Holder from Tilly’s Nest

6.) Crayon Holder from a Knife Block from Thrift Diving

7.) Art Desk from a Cupboard Board from U Create Crafts

8.) Chalkboard Lunch Boxes from Dukes and Duchesses

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9.) Fabric Clipboards from Crazy Little Projects

10.) Pencil Pouch Tutorial from The Pink Doormat

11.) Washi Tape Pencils from The Pink Doormat

12.)  Create a Homework Station by Dawn Nicole

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13.) Create a Back to School Chart from The 36th Avenue

14.) DIY Stamped Pencils from Camille Styles

15.) FREE DIY Backpack Tag from Lolly Jane

16.) Make a Backpack Wall from Scatter Shot Dot

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17.) Homework Station Turn Table from Mom Time Out

18.) Tape Binders from Aunt Peaches

19.) DIY School Notebook from Oh My Crafts

20.) Make a Family Command Center from Achieving Creative Order

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21.) Bow Bookmark from Sugar Bee Crafts

22.) Monster Bookmarks from Instructables

23.) Year Journal from Happy Clippings

24.) DIY Neon Pens from Madigan Made

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25.) DIY Wall Mount Bookshelf from It’s Overflowing

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This year thank a teacher with a DIY gift! These are the perfect Thanks A Latte Printable – pair with a gift card. Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at our DIY Pencil Case with a Ziploc and Duct Tape. Pin to Pinterest.

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Also make these DIY Painted Boxes for School Supplies. Pin to Pinterest.

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Also enjoy our First Day of School Snacks. Pin to Pinterest.

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The Back to School Printables are a real gem! Pin to Pinterest.

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Creative and Easy First Day of School Snacks

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July 29, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, Back to School Series, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Frugal Living, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Seasonal, Social Media, Summer

published date: August 09, 2015
modified datt: July 29,2021

Who doesn’t a love a little fun with food? These 35 food crafts provide creative and easy first day of school snacks for your kids. Warning, these schoolyard snacks might be too cute to eat!
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Ready for back to school? The kids will be excited and then exhausted! Give them a creative fun after school snack that will give them a pep in their step when they get home and gear them up for … homework time!

What are some good snacks for school?

The best snacks for school are healthy and build brain power instead of providing sugar that will later drop in the day and create an afternoon crash. It’s important to provide you child with protein, a small amount of carbohydrates and healthy sugars. You also want to be aware of allergies in the classroom and know the rules for sending in such snacks such a peanuts and dairy allergies.

Some good snacks for school include

  • Trail mix

  • Cheese sticks

  • Fruit

  • Apple sauce

  • Yogurt sticks

  • Veggie sticks

  • Wheat crackers

  • Goldfish

  • Individually wrapped non-perishable snacks

It’s okay, as well, to offer a fun school snack for a special occasion like a birthday treat or the first day of school!

School Snacks

These schoolyard snacks would be great to pack in their lunches. They’re perfect for a school playdate, classroom school snack for students and a sweet treat for the teacher (let’s not forget our wonderful educators!) I encourage you to have them help in the preparation process. The only thing they’ll love more than making these snacks is eating them!

These schoolyard snacks are excellent for a tasty treat and create fun Back to School Traditions. Healthy snack for kids options including fruit on a stick but also a tasty treat like back to school apple rice kripsies treat – with a secrete candy for a steam!

Apple Rice Krispie Treats from Gourmet Month Ego

Banana Splits on a Stick on Frugal Coupon Living

Graham Crackers Pencils on Frugal Coupon Living

School Bus Treat from Happy Home Fairy

Apple Oreo Pops from Frugal Coupon Living.

You Are One Smart Cookie from Jaseys Crazy Daisy

Apples and apples and more apples make up these back to school snacks for students.

Apple Donuts from Frugal Coupon Living

Donut Sandwich from Super Healthy Kids

Apple Sauce Cupcakes from Parenting.com

Chalkboard Cookies and Edible Chalk from Frugal Coupon Living.

Pencil Push Up Pops from Bakerella

Apple Cupcakes from Frugal Coupon Living

For these first day of school snacks we are adding in a few fruit kabobs, a back to school lunch trail mix and even kissing hand cookies!

Fruit and Cheese Kabobs from My Baking Addiction

Woodland Owl Bagel from Frugal Coupon Living

Owl and Tree Snack from Meet the Dubiens (link no longer available)

FREE You Rule Snack Bag Wraps from Thrifty Handmade Days

Back to School Snack Mix from Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons

The Kissing Hand Cookies from Kidney Garden

These back to the schoolyard snack ideas include such a unique lunch entrée, an edible wrapped candy pencil craft (no spreading germs) and a cute healthy snack for kids that looks like a snail!

Snail Snack and Bug from goodNes (no longer available)

FREE Printable Your’e O-FISH-ALLY a Second Grader (and other grades) from The Bubbly Blonde Teacher

Deep Dish Cupcakes from Plain Chicken

Back to School Rice Krispie Treats from Frugal Coupon Living

Peanut Butter Banana Roll Ups from Cincy Shopper

ROLO Pencil Treat from Live Laugh Growe

More creative school snacks like apple nachos, chalk board cookies, and tasty roll-up grilled cheese.

Grilled Cheese Roll-ups from Coupon Clipping Cook

Homemade Fruit Roll-ups from Raining Hot Coupons

No Bake Cereal Bars from Reasons to Skip Housework

Fruit Salad Ice Cream Cones from Bakers Royale

Blackboard Graham Crackers from Crissy Crafts

Apple Nachos from Frugal Coupon Living

Down to the last few tasty and easy snacks for kids. Hopefully you were able to celebrate the first day of school with a tasty treat and some good memories!

Apple Pretzels from Make Bake Celebrate we also like these from Two Sister Crafting.

This Year is Going to Rock Pop Rocks from Doodle Bugs Teaching

Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich Cookies from Munchkins Munchies (unavailable now)

Owl Pancakes from Little Nummies (unavailable now)

Apple Shaped Cupcakes from Make and Takes

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Take the kids on an adventure with this Back to School Treasure Hunt. It’s a school supply scavenger hunt with 20 at home clues at they hunt for their back to school school supplies.

Don’t forget these Memorable First Day of School ideas. Pin to Pinterest.



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Kid’s Camping Journal Printable

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July 19, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Summer, Travel

published date: July 14, 2020
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Create a memorable outdoor adventure with this Kid’s Camping Journal Printable.  Using guided prompts have your child share favorite events, who they traveled with, memories and more. Continue the tradition each year and add to your camping printable as a kid’s camping logbook. 

Kid’s Camping Journal

Many of us have taken our kids camping and it was a great experience. However, there is a way to take your camping adventures a step further. If you’d like to get your kids even MORE involved in the camping experience, then it’s time to check out a camping journal. I want to walk you through how to utilize a kid’s camping journal and how it can be a great asset to learning.

Camper’s Profile

I love the idea of a camping journal because kids camp more than once in their lifetime. Each time you take your child camping, they can have a new profile. It’s so fun to look back on the camper’s profile and see what age, grade, location, etc, for each camping trip. Putting together the camper’s profile is one of the best parts for kids and creates a memory page you can keep forever!

Camping Education

When we do something with our kids, we strive to make it a little educational. I have found that this camping journal for kids is an excellent way to teach them about camping and where it all started. Everything we do didn’t just happen, there is always a story behind it and a camping journal is a great way to track that history!

Camping Education Answers:

What is Camping? Camping is a _____ activity. It is usually done _____ for _____ . (These can all be personalized to your child.)

Who is Thomas Hiram Holding?Thomas Hiram Holding is the founder of modern recreational camping. He made the first camping handbook in the world.

Camping Buddies

Whether your child is going off to camp with a recreational group or you are taking them camping, they always meet someone new. It’s always a lot of fun to get their information, so that you can keep in touch. There is space in this camping journal for kids to be able to keep track of their camping buddies and even get in touch with them when they get home and get settled. Perhaps a future pen pal!

Camping Lessons

You can’t live if you don’t learn. While camping, your child is bound to learn a lot from camping. This camping diary will allow your child to keep track of what they have learned from camping. It’s fun to use this journal as a memoir as well. Your child can hold onto these journals and look back to see what they’ve learned through their camping experiences.

Extra Options

I have to say that this camping notebook is an excellent way to add to a kid’s camping experience. Some of the extra options of this camping journal that I really like is that your child can keep track of their favorite memories, draw or paint their favorite scenes, and even add to their camping photo wall. Print every where and you can keep a running journal and watch your child age.

And for you and to create family memories, grab this The Camping Logbook (Camping Journal) to Record Your Adventures.


Use this camping journal to record the details of your camping adventures so you can look back on and share experiences and favorite spots.  Use fill-in the blank pages that act as a guided prompt to write in such camping details such as location, date, notable amenities and attractions, who shared the trip, who you met, favorite events, and things to avoid next time.

Camping Journal Printable and Kids Outdoor Games

Camping Games

Do you need a few games to keep you busy while you camp?  There are plenty of ways to keep children entertained while outdoors. Keep this camping journal by their sleeping bag at night. You can also find creative ideas in our overnight camping ideas including camping crafts and camping games. We have a large series of Outdoor Games for Night or print our Flashlight Scavenger Hunt for fun memories and family traditions.

You’ll enjoy camping with your child and ensuring they are learning as much as possible while being in nature. Continue this tradition by printing new pages each year and creating a yearly camping logbook for kids!

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How to Print at Staples

I have a video to show you how I print my PDF documents at Staples.

*Note: these Staple print service steps were added in Winter 2020. The directions may change as the website changes. They should give you a general outline of how to upload and order a print on Staples.com.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your final camping journal and camp notebook.  Leave a comment and/or add a photo here on Pinterest!


And make sure you download this Hiking Journal and Hiking Trails Bucket List for the Adults too!

Going on an outdoor adventure? Also take a look at our Camping Hacks and Tips. Pin to Pinterest.

Going overnight camping? In our Camping at Night Hacks and Tips post, download these Outdoor Games for Kids to Play at Night! Pin to Pinterest.



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Banana Split Sticks Recipe – Dessert on a Stick!

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July 18, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Summer

published date: April 21, 2015
modified datt: July 18,2021

A healthy and delightful twist on the classic banana split – banana split on a stick. Easy to make, a few simple ingredients and still low-calorie and delicious.

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Headed to the beach? Hosting a pool party? These banana split sticks put a twist on the classic banana split recipe. Plus, they are cool because who doesn’t love dessert on a stick?

What are the main ingredients in a banana split?

when creating a traditional American Banana split there are a few key ingredient: Ice cream, chocolate syrup, bananas, nuts, whipped cream, and cherries. You can add other favorite ingredients like strawberry ice cream, chocolate ice cream, strawberries, pineapples, and caramel topping. The rules are your own and each individual’s Banana split can be created differently.

Are Banana Splits healthy or unhealthy – why?

Traditional banana splits would not fit many diets. Banana splits contain dairy (ice cream), chocolate, whipped cream and nuts which might be a problem for those with nut allergies. however, you can adapt the classic banana split recipe and create a healthy snack that doesn’t add too many calories but still is quite tasty and pleasing to your taste buds.

If making banana splits in a bowl or dish, try Greek yogurt. You also could add low-calorie whipped cream or leave it off. For those with nut allergies, leave off the peanuts or add granola instead! We personally find our banana splits on a stick are just at ouch of a treat but are also still very kind to those with diet restrictions.

How to make Easy Banana Split Sticks

American’s favorite dessert is now improved – Place freshly cut fruit on a stick and enjoy this twist on a classic – Banana Split Sticks!

Ingredients:

  • 3 Bananas
  • 1/4 pound Cored Pineapple
  • 6 Strawberries
  • 1 cup Dipping Chocolate
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Peanuts
  • 12 Popsicle Sticks (or skewers)

Tip: have a nut allergy, instead of chopped peanuts, try adding granola.

Directions:

Cut strawberries in half.

For each strawberry half, cut an equal size piece of banana and pineapple.

Place pineapple on first, then banana and lastly strawberry.

Place in freezer for 10 minutes.

Line a tray with wax paper or parchment paper.

Put chopped nuts in small plate to use for dipping.

Melt chocolate by heating in microwave for 30 seconds, stirring and repeating until melted and smooth.

Dip cold fruit in chocolate, then into nuts, then place on prepared tray.

For an added mess, consider serving with whip cream for dipping!

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Banana Split Sticks – Dessert on a Stick!

  • Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x
  • Category: Dessert
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Description

Easy to make Banana Split Recipes with a few ingredients. So fun because you eat them on a stick!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 Bananas
  • 1/4 lb Cored Pineapple
  • 6 Strawberries
  • 1 cup Dipping Chocolate
  • 1/4 cup CHopped Peanuts
  • 12 Popsicle Sticks (or skewers)

Instructions

  1. Cut strawberries in half.
  2. For each strawberry half, cut an equal size piece of banana and pineapple.
  3. Place pineapple on first, then banana and lastly strawberry.
  4. Place in freezer for 10 minutes.
  5. Line a tray with wax paper or parchment paper.
  6. Put chooped nuts in small plate to use for dipping.
  7. Melt chocolate by heating in microwave for 30 seconds, stirring and repeating until melted and smooth.
  8. Dip cold fruit in chocolate, then into nuts, then place on prepared tray.

Notes

For an added mess, consider serving with whip cream or ice cream for dipping!

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Have a pool party? Enjoy these Beach Themed Party Ideas and bring the banana split sticks! Pin to Pinterest.

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