Why do I love camping so much? It is a great way my family can have a fun vacation without breaking the bank. While theme parks and destination vacations are a lot of fun (who doesn’t love to be pampered), in this economy they aren’t always an option. You can camp at a national [...]
Join us Feb. 2 at 9:00 est for our Gear Up for Camping with Kids live chat. To join the chat, just visit KOA’s Around the Campfire Community! See you there! .
The winter months are a great time to prepare for your summer vacations and camping trips. One thing you can do now is put together a first aid kit. Think of a first aid kit as an insurance policy – you hope that you never need to use it, but if something should happen, you [...]
For some of us it may be a little too cold to go camping, so this is the perfect time of year to do some planning! Join us tonight for a KOA Live Chat at KOA’s Around the Campfire. We’ll be talking about planning vacations and getting our camping gear ready for the spring! [...]
My son received a Kindle last year for Christmas, and he absolutely loves it. While I’d enjoy having one, I have found a couple of alternate (and FREE!) ways to read Kindle books. Did you know you can download the Kindle software and read books on your computer? Kindle for your PC - Free download that [...]
Best iPhone apps for camping. In KOA’s Around the Campfire Community, we’ve talked about what we all like best about camping. We all agree that one of the best things about camping is it allows us to go unplugged. Even though you may not want to check your email or answer the phone while [...]
I love homemade gifts. More than anything. And my all time favorites are ones that my kids have made for me. My son surprised me this week with a gift he made me, and I love it so much I just have to share it with you. Enjoy the video! What’s your favorite homemade [...]
I know how much we all love freebies, so here are a couple of free books for you and your kids to enjoy! 1. Samantha Loses the Box Turtle by Daisy Griffin Samantha Loses the Box Turtle is a children’s chapter book filled with fun and adventure while teaching about the lovable critter, the Eastern Box [...]
Want to talk about camping recipes and cooking? Join our KOA live chat tonight at 9:00 EST! I’ve scoured the web and found a mouth watering collection of camping recipes that will be perfect for your next camping trip! BBQ Potatoes Makes 8 servings. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Ingredients: 4 medium [...]
Our family is planning a camping trip this month and we are all so excited. I think it is a combination of the cooler temperatures, the changing leaves, and the warmth of the campfire that work together to make fall the perfect time of year for camping. And did I mention no mosquitoes? This [...]
Here’s a booklet I made years ago to help my kids learn their multiplication tables. It’s easy to put together Print the booklet. Cut the pages in half. Staple the pages together like a book How to use the booklet Your method may vary, but here’s the way I’ve used it for my kids (for [...]
Should kids get an allowance? Some parents say yes, kids should get an allowance, and some say no. I started thinking about this topic after writing an article for Social Moms, 8 Things Every Parent Should Teach Their Children About Money. While each family has to make the best decision that works for them, in [...]
If you enjoy the idea of a modern day treasure hunt, you’ll love geocaching! What is Geocaching? Geocaching is an outdoor activity where you use a GPS to find hidden treasures (caches) that someone else has placed, and you can also set up your own caches for other people to find. There are varying difficulties [...]
Are you dreading trying to keep your kids cool and entertained and yourself sane in the midst of the summer heat this year? Without breaking the bank just trying to keep your family cool, ditch the house and try some of these ideas that are kid-approved for fun and dollar-approved for the frugal mom! Play [...]
Organization skills are not just for adults. Children must also learn to be organized to get the best out of every opportunity that comes up. A child who is not organized misses many opportunities. You can help your child have a better childhood while imparting those vital lessons all children need as they grow into [...]
There are a lot of places on the web where you can spend a small fortune in monthly subscription fees for online learning games for your kids. Many kids’ game sites seem to have some sort of long-term subscription price tied to signing up. But if you look around a bit more carefully, you will [...]
Now that school is out and summer is in full swing, the words moms dread more than any others – “I’m bored,” are being said by kids everywhere. About 5 years ago I put together this “I’m Bored” list for my children, printed out copies, and hung it on the refrigerator. When my kids told [...]
70 Frugal Birthday Party Games is a collection of fun and easy games you can play at your child’s next birthday party! . Let the Games Begin! Back to Back Balloon Pop Arrange the children into teams of 2. Have each team stand back to back while an adult places a balloon between each of [...]
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