Mom’s Money

Frugal Fun With The Kids

Summer break is just a few weeks off, so I thought I’d share some of our favorite frugal family outings with you. We stay busy all summer and most of the weekends without breaking the bank and so can you.

A Day At The Park
One of our favorite activities is to pack a snack or lunch and head to a local park or playground for a few hours. I pack a good book and a blanket to hang out on. The kids get to play and are usually ready for some quiet time and early bedtime after playing hard all afternoon.

Check Out The Library
Call or stop by your local library. They have all kinds of summer programs for kids of all ages. Most of them are free and with a few you’re asked to pay a few dollars for special supplies. Don’t forget about all the cool books and videos for your kids at the library.

Go Camping
Instead of going on a fancy vacation, grab your tent, some sleeping bags and go camping for a few days. It’s a lot of fun, a great bonding experience for the whole family and doesn’t cost much.

Become An Urban Explorer
There is a lot more going on in your town than you  may realize… take a look at kid-friendly museums,  special events in the area or go visit your local fire house.  Keep your eyes open and you’ll find all kinds of free things to do in your town or area.