Children don't care about economics, except when it means that their lifestyle has to change. This is usually a matter of wanting things to stay busy. During an economy crisis, it may seem nearly impossible to keep your child entertained with the high prices of toys and with all of the marketing that companies do to make your kids want to beg for the latest and greatest stuff. But, it is possible. Despite going through an economy crisis, here are 3 easy ways to satisfy your children without stretching out your budget:
Make fun stuff out of recyclable items! If your family eats cereal or uses juice boxes, then you should have more than enough supplies to have some recycling fun! Work along with your child to turn those boxes into cities that they can plan, build, and decorate. A little color from markers, crayons, and old newspaper or gift wrap can go a long way when it comes to sprucing up a newly built box "city". You can also add an interactive element by making a trip to the dollar store to buy for cheap those little action figures, die cast cars, and trucks.
Learn a craft together! It's almost magic when a parent and child learn something new together. An economy crisis, such as what our world is experiencing, can create the need to learn some of the old time skills that people can use for saving, cost cutting, and meeting their basic needs. You and your child could learn the basics of sewing or crocheting to make a few items that families can always use, like scarves, hats, or blankets. Any frugal fashionista knows that the key to any craft that is done for fun and money saving is to buy for cheap whenever possible. So, always try to use things that you have before going out and spending lots of money on supplies.
Make frugal recipes your fun! Not only can you have a good time with your child in researching and picking frugal recipes, but you could have an even better time turning these frugal recipes into family play. There are some really simple recipes that you will find on the internet including one of the most popular, which is edible playdough. This great concoction can be made with ingredients that you cna buy for cheap such as peanut butter and powdered sugar or dry milk. Let the kids squish it and make into all types of crazy stuff. It's cheap, fun, and very tasty!
Kids don't needs lots of high priced toys to have fun. Families can find other ways to have a good time during this economy crisis that will fit into their new saving, cost-cutting way of life! - 23802
Make fun stuff out of recyclable items! If your family eats cereal or uses juice boxes, then you should have more than enough supplies to have some recycling fun! Work along with your child to turn those boxes into cities that they can plan, build, and decorate. A little color from markers, crayons, and old newspaper or gift wrap can go a long way when it comes to sprucing up a newly built box "city". You can also add an interactive element by making a trip to the dollar store to buy for cheap those little action figures, die cast cars, and trucks.
Learn a craft together! It's almost magic when a parent and child learn something new together. An economy crisis, such as what our world is experiencing, can create the need to learn some of the old time skills that people can use for saving, cost cutting, and meeting their basic needs. You and your child could learn the basics of sewing or crocheting to make a few items that families can always use, like scarves, hats, or blankets. Any frugal fashionista knows that the key to any craft that is done for fun and money saving is to buy for cheap whenever possible. So, always try to use things that you have before going out and spending lots of money on supplies.
Make frugal recipes your fun! Not only can you have a good time with your child in researching and picking frugal recipes, but you could have an even better time turning these frugal recipes into family play. There are some really simple recipes that you will find on the internet including one of the most popular, which is edible playdough. This great concoction can be made with ingredients that you cna buy for cheap such as peanut butter and powdered sugar or dry milk. Let the kids squish it and make into all types of crazy stuff. It's cheap, fun, and very tasty!
Kids don't needs lots of high priced toys to have fun. Families can find other ways to have a good time during this economy crisis that will fit into their new saving, cost-cutting way of life! - 23802
About the Author:
As a wel-known professional on saving money in daily life, Alexandra Vrugt has written many articles on how to manage on less. You can receive a free copy of her Ebook '15 Top Ways to Save Money' by visiting her MakeEndsMeetOnline.com website.
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