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Apple Oat Muffins from Scratch

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November 8, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Apple Oat Muffins from Scratch

Another apple recipe for you. This time healthy Apple Oat Muffins. This is a recipe from scratch perfect for breakfast, after school snacks, and any other reason! We love them served warm with a touch of butter on top, but they are also great after a day or two. You can freeze them upon baking to pull out as individual snacks later. Happy Fall!

Apple Oat Muffins from Scratch

Yields: 12 muffins
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

2 cups buttermilk
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 large eggs
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 unpeeled medium apple, grated
1 2/3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
Optional flavor additions: 1 cup fresh berries; 2/3 cup dried fruit, ½ cup chopped nuts

Directions:

In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, oats, eggs, sugar and optional flavor additions.
Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Sift.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 12-muffin tin or use muffin liners. Fold dry sifted ingredients gently into wet ingredients until just combined.
Fill muffin tins and bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Loosen from pan immediately and allow to cool on a cooling rack.

Apple Oat Muffins from Scratch

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 12 1x

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2 cups buttermilk
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 large eggs
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 unpeeled medium apple, grated
1 2/3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon salt
Optional flavor additions: 1 cup fresh berries; 2/3 cup dried fruit, ½ cup chopped nuts

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In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, oats, eggs, sugar and optional flavor additions.
Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Sift.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 12-muffin tin or use muffin liners. Fold dry sifted ingredients gently into wet ingredients until just combined.
Fill muffin tins and bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Loosen from pan immediately and allow to cool on a cooling rack.

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25+ Christmas Traditions to Start Right Now!

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October 31, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

25+ Christmas Traditions to Start Right Now

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Recently we moved from Florida (my home state of 30+ years) to the Washington, DC area. This put us away from extended family in in a while new world of focusing on our core family. My girls are in the early stages of elementary school and are beginning to understand the real meaning of Christmas. Santa, and additionally the Elf on the Shelf, have gone out the window (yes, he no longer comes down the chimney) and my focus is now on finding activities during the Christmas season that reflect not only family, but reason for the season – The Birth of Christ. One of the ways we have gotten back to the basics is through our family Advent Calendar.

Family Traditions

Before you get started, make sure to take a look at these year around Family Traditions To Start Now! Pin to Pinterest.

Christmas Traditions

Also take a look at our Christmas Eve Traditions. Pin to Pinterest.

Below are some exciting Christmas Traditions to start right now with your family – I can name a few I am doing including the Jesse Tree, food bank donations and 25 days of books!

Wrap 24 Books (they don’t need to be new.) Each night, cuddle up with hot cocoa and a special story. Take a look at these 50 of the Best Christmas Books for Children. Pick up from the Library or buy to use year after year! | Katherine Marie Photography

Have a Christmas Scavenger Hunt. Download these 22 Scavenger Hunt Riddles & Clues. You can use with or without a Scout Elf on the Shelf doll.

Have a North Pole Visitor to report to Santa naughty and nice behavior. These Elf on the Shelf Ideas will make Elf easy for the elf moving committee.

Speaking of Elf on the Shelf, with or without an Elf doll, have a daily DIY Advent calendar for kids. You child will understand the Story of Christmas and the birth of Christ with these Easy to Read Advent Calendar Bible Verses for Kids – 24 days of printables for your child.

Create a Christmas fun Jar Christmas Bucket List for the month of December.

Host a Christmas campout, just maybe not on Christmas Eve | The Dating Divas

Watch the kids grow with this Tree Skirt Hand-print Tradition. | Source Unknown (we suggest White Tree Skirts)

If you are feeling like it’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood, don’t forget to pay it forward with the UPS, FedEx and USPS workers with this RAK Delivery Christmas Sign!

Host a Christmas Name that Tune Game for your Family (or Family & Friends) Game Night. (Name that Tune is also found in our 19 Christmas Party Games set.

Go with matching sleepwear like this set from Hannah Andersson

For the holidays or any other time, check out these Family Approved Minute to Win It Game Ideas.

Incorporate these 19 Christmas Party Games – for the office, for friends, for families. This set includes Christmas games with instructions and a supply list as well as Christmas Name that Tune and Christmas Charades cards.

Create a Christmas Bucket List and fulfill it each day of December | While He Was Napping

Teaching kids about the true St. Nick and his generosity and love for those in need | Skip to My Lou & The Crafting Chicks

Have a family movie night, don’t forget the Grinch Popcorn | Two Sisters Crafting

Host a Gingerbread House Party for Kids or Adults | Design Improvised

Create a Night Before Christmas Box (this one has a free printable) | Oh My Creative

Take the shirt or pants of someone who is gone and make a heart ornament. Such a sweet way to give tribute to grandparents or parents who have passed. | Skip to My Lou

Call Santa! This one has a cute message | Frugal Coupon Living

Send Christmas Cards – Our Favorite places include Shutterfly, Tiny Prints, Minted, and we love this Envelope Addressing Stencil.

Every night on December leading to Christmas read a scripture by candle light | The 36th Avenue

Also create a Jesse Tree with these printable scripture ornaments | I Should Be Mopping the Floor

Save these 50 Best Christmas Books for Children. Borrow them from the library, share with friends, or create your own library to use year after year through the grandchildren!

Host a Cookie Exchange | Frugal Coupon Living

Cookies and Milk for Santa are always fun, but so is Reindeer Food for Rudolph and his friends | Carrie Elle

Host a Food Drive. This can be done with a church or community group or we like this family idea – Elf with a note that says, “Let’s take these to the food bank!” | I Did It Finally

Get a new photo ornament every year! We get ours from Tiny Prints and Shutterfly.

Host a Charity Party with friends and family | Frog Prince Paperie

Don’t forget to host a Family Game Night – my kids love these!

Make 12 Days of Christmas Boxes | Katherine Marie

Pick up this Christmas Countdown Printable to fill your bucket list | Create Craft Love

Save a slice of the tree trunk and apply finish to remember your baby’s first holiday season. This is also great as an annual Christmas Ornament | The Photographer’s Wife

Make your own Advent Calendar and use every year! See our Non-Candy Advent Calendar Fillers!

Instead of an Easter Egg Hunt, go on an Candy Cane Hunt | Me and My Inklings

Make a Christmas Traditions Book and keep record of Christmas activities each year | Snickerdoole Creations

Have a conversation. Engage your family with these Christmas Conversation Cards | Tidbits

Put Christmas Carols on the radio and drive around looking at lights. Pack some hot chocolate and cookies and this Christmas Lights Scavenger Hunt | While He Was Napping

Create a Christmas Bucket List | All Things Simple

Want a printable Christmas Tradition Checklist? Grab one in our free printable library.

One Christmas Tradition in our home is Birthday Cakes for Jesus. Pin to Pinterest.

For the holidays or any other time, check out these Family Approved Minute to Win It Game Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at these 25 Homemade Advent Calendars. Pin to Pinterest.

See our Non-Candy Advent Calendar Filler Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Also if Elf on the Shelf is your Christmas Tradition, take a look at these The Best Elf on the Shelf Ideas (Pin to Pinterest) as well as our daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Turkey Cheese Sticks – Kids Food Craft

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September 5, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Kids, Pinterest, Social Media, Thanksgiving

Turkey Cheese Sticks – Kids Food Craft

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We had so much fun with the Fall Ice Cream Cone Teepees and our Thanksgiving Kids Food Crafts, that we wanted to do a non “food” item for schools that do not allow food brought in from the outside that isn’t prepackaged. This is another excellent fall idea for a classroom or large group. It is so easy and the kids will love this fall food craft.

Supplies:

Directions:

Cut your orange paper into the following: 6 small diamonds for the turkey beaks, 12 small turkey legs.
Cut your red paper into the following: 6 wattles (the red thing that hangs from a turkeys chin).
Hot glue the wattle onto the backside of the cheese compartment.
Hot glue one small and one medium eye onto the back top edge above the cheese compartment.
Now fold your diamond in half and hot glue right on top of the wattle.
Then hot glue the paper legs onto the back of the cracker compartment.

Also check out our Fall Ice Cream Cone Teepees – Pin to Pinterest.

We love this Fall Leaves Painted Toast Recipe for Kids – Pin to Pinterest.

Also enjoy our Thanksgiving Kids Food Crafts – Pin to Pinterest.

Pin and Create these Halloween, Fall and Thanksgiving Craft and Recipes

Frugal Fashion Friday Workout Outfit for Mom

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September 16, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Amazon, Facebook, Fashion, Frugal Fashion, Frugal Fashion Friday, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Social Media

Frugal Fashion Friday Workout Outfit for Mom

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It’s another Frugal Fashion Friday. The kids are back in school, where are you? Hitting the gym? I always find my best workouts are when the kids are back and school and I can focus on getting a good and long workout in. Below are some of my favorite workout essentials for mom!

Frugal Fashion Friday Workout Outfit for Mom

Ember Orange High Neck Dot Mesh Chi Tank

Zella Cut It Out High Waist Leggings

STRYK Women’s Premium Active Support Sports Bra in Aqua

20-Pound Dumbbell Set with Stand

Zella Skinny Minnie Headbands (3-Pack)

Fitbit Charge 2 Wireless Activity & Heart Rate Tracker in Teal

Nike Free Flyknit Running Shoe

S’well Turquoise Blue Stainless Steel Water Bottle

L. Erickson Ponytail Holders (Set of 15)

Don’t forget last week’s Frugal Fashion Friday, the Soccer Mom Outfit – Pin It.

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Frugal Fashion Friday Outfits

the One Last White Before Labor Day Outfit – Pin It
the Suede Dress Outfit – Pin It
the Fall Blazer Outfit – Pin It
the Ready for Some Football Outfit – Pin It
the What to Wear in London Outfit – Pin It
the Summer Nantucket Outfit – Pin It
the Summer Rain Outfit – Pin It
the Summer Pool Outfit – Pin It
the Celebrity Inspired Kimono Outfit – Pin It
the Red, White & Blue Outfit – Pin It
the July 4th Outfit – Pin It
the Summer Crochet Swimwear Outfit – Pin It
the Cute Work Outfit – Pin It
the Black Checked Dress Outfit – Pin It
the Neon Outfit – Pin It
the Shark Week Summer Outfit – Pin It
the Relaxed Southern Outfit – Pin It
the Chambray Outfit– Pin It
the Beach Kimono Outfit – Pin It
the Pregnancy Outfit – Pin It
the Happy Camper Camping Outfit – Pin It
the Bon Voyage Cruise Outfit – Pin It
the Saturday Morning Brunch Outfit – Pin It
the Plane Outfit for Travel – Pin It
the Spring Kimono Cardigan Boho Outfit – Pin It
the Relaxed Weekend Outfit – Pin It

Crayola Crayons only $.50 at Walmart!

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December 15, 2016 by Frugal Coupon Living Writers Filed Under: Store Deals, Walmart

The back-to-school prices are slowly starting up again! Right now, you can grab a 24-count pack of Crayola Crayons for just $.50 online at Walmart! Be sure to pick the FREE pick up in store option or you can get free shipping on orders over $50.

Details:

The Crayola Classic Color Pack features vibrant, classic crayons for children of all ages. This pack has 24 crayons and features a robust color assortment of true hues in primary and secondary colors. These crayons are double wrapped for extra protection and they come neatly packed in a slim box. These non-washable Crayola Classic Color Pack Crayons provide your child with drawing and coloring fun, while also enhancing color recognition and hand-eye coordination.

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Graduation Tips and Ideas for Kids and Adults of All Ages

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April 28, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Graduation Tips and Ideas for Kids and Adults of All Ages

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I always like to think of milestones for you guys. Events that happen in everyone’s life from Birth (newborns), to Moving (new homes) to things like graduation. I compiled a list of Ideas, Tips and Tricks for your graduate – Kindergarten to Collegiate – there should be something for everyone!

Graduation Party Games

Before you begin looking over Graduation party Ideas, make sure you keep your guests entertained with these Graduation Party Games. This set includes 12 Graduation Games for Parties. They can be used for a zoom graduation party online, mixed in with an outdoor graduation party (that might get messy) or be used for indoor graduation parties.

The 12 graduation party games printable includes directions as well as a supply list for staying organized. Set also comes with charades cards templates.

Graduation Party Games Printable PDF Download

Minute to Win it Graduation Party Games

If you love for your heart to race, try these 60 second challenges. Graduation Minute to Win it Games are epic and keep the party lively.

Enjoy Minute to Win it Graduation Games that include common supplies like pencils, tassels, balloons, paper and (of course) a stop watch!

Print these Graduation Minute to Win it Games too!

Graduation Party Ideas

1.) The Keys to Success is fun way for guests to share ideas and advice as you head along your way. Idea on Celebrations at Home Blog.

2.) Check out this cool craft, Graduation Cap Straw Toppers from The Glitter in my Tea.

3.) Smart School House has a fun Confetti Balloons Tutorial.

4.) Have a Globe Guests Can Sign and offer words of encouragement. No Biggie has a FREE Silhouette Print with this one.

5.) Host a Homemade Graduation Photo Booth like Little Big Co. Some fun ideas HERE.

6.) Pass out Class Rings aka Ring Pops like My Life at Playtime.

7.) Make Graduation Garland with a strand of photos taken each year. We love this idea from Kodak.

8.) Eighteen25 has an adorable Your Hard Work Paid Off Printable which makes a great grad gift idea!

9.) FREE Oh the Places You Will Go Bag Topper from A Little Clairification. Get little Chocolate Globes Here.

10.) A Graduation Memory Jar for your Guests to share their favorite moments of your year is fun. We love this idea on Andrea’s Notebook.

11.) We love these FREE Printable Smart Cookie Sleeves for your party favors from Studio DIY.

12.) How cool is this? Sugar and Charm turned money into Origami Graduation Hats with Tassels.

13.) Save what you want with these FREE Printable Chalkboard Banners on I Should be Mopping the Floor.

14.) It’s much easier than you think, see How to Make a Tassel with this tutorial from Style Inked.

15.) Take a stab at this Graduation Money Lei – they will love it, we promise! Tutorial on Bead and Cord.

16.) Take a look at these fun Grad Photo Props with Superlatives from Celebrations.

17.) We are pretty obsessed with these Graduation Cap Cupcakes from Anna and Blue.

18.) Create an Ice Cream Soda Bar for Kids of all ages from Ever Clever Mom.

19.) These Graduation Cap Party Favors are an adorable idea from No Biggie. You can get the clear plastic tubes HERE.

20.) Do It and How has an adorable Graduation Gift Idea with Candy Bars and a 2 L Bottle. They don’t have a printable, but we made one for you!

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On the last day of school before graduation, try some of these memorable End of the Year & Last Day of School Traditions. Pin to Pinterest.

Don’t forget Class High School Reunions! We have you covered there too. Pin to Pinterest.

Summertime Mason Jar Recipes

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May 15, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media, Summer

Ever made meals in a jar? Try out all of these mouthwatering Summertime Mason Jar Recipes on Frugal Coupon Living! Easy, delicious mason jar recipes, salad in a jar, and even breakfast in a jar! Tons of mason jar ideas that are perfect for meal prep, a bite on the go, and enjoying outside on a warm summer day.

Summertime Mason Jar Recipes

Have you ever made a meal in a mason jar? Yes, it is a thing! Mason jar meals are so easy to make. They are totally portable too, which makes them great for a lunch at work, a picnic, a day at the lake or beach, and tons more! These Summertime Mason Jar Recipes are perfect for summer days or any time of the year when you need a light, delicious meal on the go. They are super easy to make and store well in the fridge, making them the perfect party food. You won’t believe how many kinds of meals you can transform into jar form! Keep an eye out for our favorites, including the S’mores Dessert in a Jar, Pizza Pasta and Zucchini Noodles! My mouth is watering just thinking about it. Enjoy, and have fun with these meals in a jar!

What’s great about mason jar meals?

We love mason jar meals in our house because they are a fantastic way to pack lunch without a fancy thermos. Something about mason jars just screams summer. Mason jars look adorable, simple, and clean, not to mention they look fantastic in a photo. You can make these mason jar recipes ahead of time and store them in the fridge. If you are prepping them for a party, this is a great way to plan ahead so you’re not rushing to prepare food the day of the event! They look fancy enough for the ‘gram, and you’ll save money by making the meals yourself rather than buying from somewhere else.

How long do meals in a jar keep in the fridge?

It really depends on the ingredients you use. If your mason jar salad or meal has meat in it, it will last 3-4 days in your refrigerator. As for vegetarian mason jar meals, they should safely keep in the fridge for 4-5 days. Make sure you tighten the lid so that your meals in a jar stay as fresh as possible. You could make a batch on Sunday and eat them throughout the weekdays. Meal prep is a fantastic time and money saver!

The best mason jar meals follow a basic guideline — keep the sauces, dressings, and heavier ingredients at the bottom, and keep the lighter, drier ingredients towards the top. This prevents more delicate ingredients like greens from getting weighed down with dressing and sauces so that everything stays as fresh as when you assembled it. When you are ready to eat, simply shake up the ingredients until well combined and you are good to go!

1.) S’mores Dessert Trifle in a Jar | Mom Endeavors

2.) The “Everything” Fruit Infused Water | She Uncovered

3.) Pizza Pasta Shaker | Babble

4.) Chicken Apple and Pecan Salad in a Jar |Damn Delicious

5.) OREO Cheesecake in a Jar | Notes from My Food Diary

6.) Travelling Noodles | The Londoner

7.) Veggies and Dip in a Jar | The Kitchn

8.) Make Ahead Smoothie Prep | Simple Green Smoothies

9.) Mason Jar Zucchini Pasta Salad with Avocado Dressing | Sugar Free Mom

10.) Mini Strawberry Cheesecake | What’s Gaby Cooking

11.) Burrito Bowl Mason Jar Salad | Strictly Delicious

12.) Blueberry Peach Quinoa Parfaits | Cupcakes and Kale Chips

13.) Raspberry Vanilla Overnight Oatmeal | Frugal Coupon Living

14.) Mason Jar Banana Pudding | Let’s Dish

15.) Taco Salad in a Jar | Pocket Change Gourmet

16.) Minty Yogurt Parfaits with Chickpeas | From the Land We Live On

17.) Breakfast in a Jar | At the Picket Fence

18.) Chopped Salad Jars with White Balsamic Dijon Vinaigrette | Foxes Love Lemons

19.) Sweet and Spicy Chili with Cornbread Topping | Iowa Girl Eats

20.) Mason Jar Zucchini Noodle Salad | Inspiralized

Also check out our Simple & Southern Peach Iced Tea. Pin to Pinterest.

… and our Sweet Southern Pink Lemonade. Pin to Pinterest.

Visual Summer Bucket List for Kids

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May 28, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Seasonal, Social Media, Summer

Need some inspiration to keep the kids busy this summer? Check out our Visual Summer Bucket List for Kids on Frugal Coupon Living! Creative ideas and crafts for endless fun while school is out and tons of bucket list items to check off!

Visual Summer Bucket List for Kids

The days are getting warmer, kids are getting restless, and everyone is ready for that last school bell to ring! I’ve searched the internet high and low for some of the best summer bucket list ideas for kids, and I’ve put together my favorite finds. From rainy day fun to getting outdoors in the sun, take a look at this Visual Summer Kids Bucket List this school break! These bucket list items will get everyone excited for the summer days ahead. Enjoy!

How do I make a summer bucket list?

There are tons of different ways to create a summer bucket list! First, make a note of all the different kinds of activities you want to do. Then, you might want to consider making a calendar to organize your kids bucket list items. We had a friend list all her summer bucket list ideas on a calendar with one bucket list activity per day. Alternatively, you can create a list on a dry erase board or a long sheet of paper and cross off your ideas as you get them done. You could even just keep a rough list in a journal and cross off ideas or add more throughout the summer. The kids are in for a memorable summer with these summer bucket list ideas!

How do you make a cute summer bucket list?

Get artistic with it! Wherever you write your summer bucket list down, make it cuter with little drawings and fun colors for each of the activities. Making your summer bucket list look nice will make you want to save it to cherish the memories you made. This is a great activity for the more creative and artistic kids. You could use glitter, paint, stickers, or any other art supplies to create a cute summer bucket list.

Crazy Summer Bucket List Ideas

Before you check out these crazy Summer Bucket List ideas, save these posts for even more inspiration!

Family Bucket List Printables (bucket list templates for summer and every season!)
Summer Bucket List for Kids Printable
Scavenger Hunts for Kids Printables
Beach Tips and Tricks
DIY Summer Fun Ideas for Kids
Summer Boredom Busters and Activities for Kids

Be sure to keep your kids happy and entertained with these No Bummer Summer Bundle. Twenty tree pages of ideas for the kids including our Stay at Home Vacation Stay-cation Bundle, indoor and outdoor games (for rainy and sunny days), and two amazingly fun summer bucket lists!

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Summer Bucket List Images

Have fun with Watercolor Pastels and draw a DIY Tattoo for summer. Source Unknown.

Turn into a Human Bubble like One Charming Bubble. We think this idea is so fun, and you could even make your own bubbles as an added activity!

Color the Entire Driveway in Sidewalk Chalk. This is always a fantastic idea when the weather is warm and there’s no rain in the forecast. Kids can get super creative, and even you can get out there and contribute some art if you’re up for it!

Incorporate some science with these 5 Minute Science Experiments for Kids or Glow in the Dark Volcano!

Make a Water Blob like this tutorial on Fabulessly Frugal. I had friends make this and the kids absolutely loved it. It’s a one and done type of craft, but you may be able to get a few uses out of it through the week to extend your summer bucket list fun.

Use a pizza box to make your own Solar Oven like this idea from I can Teach My Child. We suggest you take a look at our s’more recipes and give some a try inside your homemade oven. You can bake cookies in these if the sun is hot enough!

Take it to the beach with this Beach Scavenger Hunt on Frugal Coupon Living. Take a look at how we created this idea using a beach bucket!

Make your own Flower Crown from Fireflies and Mud Pies. I always wondered how to properly do this! I loved them when I was a kid but my technique was poor. These ones look downright professional!

Fill a truck or trampoline with pillows and blankets and have an outdoor campout under the stars! Source and Source

Try a game of Water Bag Pinata from Frugal Coupon Living. This one’s been super popular — who wouldn’t love some fun in the sun with a water game?

Turn Water Balloons into Canvas Art from Lasso the Moon. This is a great way to get messy and create some art while you’re at it. Make sure to give the kids a good shower afterwards!

Get messy! Take a classic board game and have fun with Shaving Cream Twister as seen on Pinterest. I would love to see an after photo of this game!

Build an Air Fort like this idea from Mom Trusted. It creates the perfect little hideaway. So fun!

Go Night Bowling with this idea from Growing a Jeweled Rose. And yes, it’s okay to extend the kids’ bedtime — it’s summer, after all!

Host a Backyard Movie Night like Ellie Petrov. We did this at a friend’s home. We brought over boxes of candy, she popped popcorn and it was such a fun memorable event!

Toss Glow Sticks Into the Pool. This looks so cool and is perfect for a night swim! Source Unknown.

Make the ultimate outdoor tent with two trucks and a tarp! Idea on LOL Pics.

Try another kind of chalk! Make this Frozen Popsicle Chalk for your ultimate masterpiece found on Reading Confetti.

Get crafty! Try your hand at these Homemade Tin Wind Chimes from Hands On As We Grow. I love that it lasts so much longer than one day!

Make this Waterfall Water Wall from Playing by the Book. This might take some effort but it looks like a fun project for a summer bucket list regardless!

On a rainy day, Make Abstract Window Art from And Next Comes L. You could probably google some abstract artists for inspiration and make an art lesson out of it!

Make a PVC Sprinkler like this idea from Make Zine. I think dad might have to get involved in the construction, but it’ll make your yard the hot spot of the neighborhood this summer — or should I say cool spot!

Weave with the Kids. This is a really nice tutorial on Artbar Blog. We worked on some of these recently and the kids had a great time making them!