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The Best Deals At Dollar Tree

June 9, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Life4 Comments

The best things to buy at the Dollar Tree.

I love shopping at my local Dollar Tree. Not only are the items all affordable ($1.25??? yes please!), but they also have quality products! However, the truth is that not all items sold at your local dollar store is a good deal. We are often led to believe that because something is sold at the Dollar Tree, it MUST be the best price in town, right??? Well, this is not always the case! Today I am going to share the best deals at Dollar Tree. These are the items that you can always count on to be a better price than you can buy anywhere else.

Best Deals At Dollar Tree

The next time you are shopping at Dollar Tree, make sure to look for these amazing deals!

1. Pregnancy Test

There is no need to spend a lot of money on pregnancy tests! Just hop on over to your local Dollar Tree and pick up one of these tests for just $1.25. They are just as accurate as the tests you can buy at the grocery store, but for only half the price! Yay!

2. Ovulation Predictor

Another great buy in the pregnancy sectioin is an Ovulation Predictor. You can buy a big pack of these at Walmart for a good price, but the ones at Dollar Tree are still cheaper!

3. Hair Scrunchies/Hair Ties

The Dollar Tree is a great place to buy hair scrunchies and hair ties! They are not only affordable, but also super cute! I love the huge selection available!

4. Bleach

One of the best deals at Dollar Tree is their bleach. For only $1.25 you can get a 96 oz. container of bleach! That is a great price and I haven’t been able to find it cheaper anywhere else.

5. Bandaids

If your kids are anything like my kids you probably go through a lot of bandaids. Fortunately, you can buy them for a great price at Dollar Tree!

6. Flip Flops

I love grabbing a few pairs of flip flops at the Dollar Tree every summer. They are super cute and comfortable, plus it doesn’t matter if they break or get lost….because I spent less than $1.50 on them!

7. Candles/Wax Melts

You really can’t beat paying less than $2 for a candle and a carton of candle wax melts. Whenever you need to buy a candle, make sure to buy it at the Dollar Tree.

8. Coloring/Activity Books

Dollar Tree has a huge selection of coloring and activity books perfect for kids. I love to buy a few at the beginning of each summer to keep my kids entertained for the next few months. The books are constantly changing and I love looking through the new selection regularly.

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9. Seasonal Items

Another great buy at Dollar Tree are the seasonal items. Dollar Tree is wonderful at rotating through a large supply of seasonal toys, decorations, food and more. It’s a great place to stock up on summer fun activities or stocking stuffers….and everything in between!

10. Greeting Cards

The cheapest place to buy greeting cards is always at the Dollar Tree! For only $1 you can get TWO greeting cards to give to your loved ones. This is a great buy!

I also love to buy a package of blank note cards. For $1 you get 6 blank cards, and can use them for any occasion!

11. Gift Bags

The next time you are at Dollar Tree make sure to stock up on gift bags. They are a fantastic deal and come in so many designs and sizes.

Want to know the best part of buying a gift bag??? It’s reusable, so the one time purchase can be used again and again!

12. Sticky Notes

Another great buy at the Dollar Tree is the sticky notes. I love using sticky notes for weekly planning and list making, so I always buy a package or two!

13. LED Light Bulbs

LED light bulbs are expensive, buy can save you a lot of money in the long run! Buy your LED lights at Dollar Tree so that you can still get the long term rewards, without the high price tag.

Related: 12 Products Worth Buying To Save Money In The Long Run

14. Nail Polish

I have two girls in my home who LOVE doing their nails. They buy a lot of their nail polish at Dollar Tree because the prices are MUCH lower than at other stores.

15. Picture Frames

Did you know that you can even buy picture frames at Dollar Tree? Because you totally can! I love buying picture frames at Dollar Tree because they are so cheap, and have a lot of different styles and sizes to choose from! Yay!

In Conclusion

The Dollar Tree has so many great deals, especially the ones listed above! I have been able to save my family a lot of money by buying each of these things at Dollar Tree, and I hope this article will help your family save money too! That’s what I’m here for after all!

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Free Summer Reading Programs For Kids 2022

May 26, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Lifecomment

The best kids summer reading programs.

Summer is just around the corner and I can’t wait for the lazy days of summer. I love the BBQs, the late nights, the snow cones (ohhhh the snow cones) and the lack of schedule. However, I do NOT like when the kids are bored (because….that usually leads to complaining…and I REALLY don’t like complaining!). One of the things that I have found to help curb the summer boredom (and complaining) is to sign my kids up for free summer reading programs.

These fun kids summer reading programs are the perfect way to keep kids busy, learning, entertained and to help prevent the summer slump. Most of these reading programs offers incentives and prizes which encourages my kids to keep reading throughout the summer months. They love accomplishing their goals and receiving a fun reward at the end!

I have been searching for a few free summer reading programs to sign my kids up for this year and wanted to share them with each of you!

2022 Free Summer Reading Programs

If you are looking for some good reading programs for your kids this summer, make sure to check out each of these!

Barnes and Noble Summer Reading Program

Another fun summer reading program for kids is from Barnes and Noble. All they have to do is print out this reading journal, read 8 books and fill out the journal during the summer, and then bring the completed journal into a Barnes and Noble store. Your child will then be able to choose a free book from the free book lists (which always has lots of fun book choices!). This is one of our favorite programs and have been participating in it for years!

Books-A-Million

Earn a free “Because of Winn-Dixie” notepad from Books-A-Million after completing their reading challenge. All you have to do is read 4 books from their Summer Reading Adventure picks in store or online. Track your reading progress in the provided reading guide book and then show your completed book to a Books-A-Million store associate to get your prize! Easy peasy!

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Camp Book-It

Sign your kids up for Camp Book-It through Pizza Hut. This is a fantastic summer reading program for your kids. All they have to do is set up a monthly reading goal and track their progress digitally. Once they reach their goal they will be sent a gift certificate for a free personal pan pizza!

Chuck-E-Cheese

Chuck-E-Cheese offers multiple reward charts for your kids to use to help them meet their goals. We like to print off this reading chart to encourage the kids to read during summer. All they have to do is read every day for two weeks and mark it on their chart. Once their chart is completed they can turn it in to Chuck-E-Cheese for 10 free play points! (Note: Food purchase is required to redeem play points).

Half Price Books

Half Price Books offers a fantastic summer reading program. Sign up here to receive a reward map for your child to use when reading. If they fill out the map they can redeem it for $5 Bookworms bucks to use at Half Price Books in June or July.

Public Library

Check your local library to see if they offer a free summer reading program for kids. My library has a great reading program each summer that my kids always look forward to! They always provide a lot of fun coupons, toys and other incentives.

Related: 10 Free Things At The Library

Scholastic

Kids can join the Scholastic reading program to earn digital rewards for their reading. One of the things I love about the Scholastic summer reading is that the more your kids read, the more books Scholastic will donate to kids in need. So cool, right!!! It makes reading fun for kids, and gives them the opportunity to help give to others.

Showcase Cinemas

If you live near a Showcase Cinemas you will want to look into their Bookworm Wednesdays reading program. Your child can receive free admission to a movie on Wednesdays when they bring in a book report written off of one of the books they recently read.

Another thing that makes this deal even sweeter is that accompanying parents/guardians, and siblings under 6 years of age will ALSO get free admission to a movie.

Sync

Teens can get two free audiobooks from Sync each week during the summer months. This program doesn’t have rewards or charts, but it is a fun way to help teenagers get free books and keep reading!

TD Bank

And last, but certainly not least is the kids summer reading program from TD Bank. They will deposit $10 into an existing bank account of a child who reads 10 or more books during the summer months!

In Conclusion

Encouraging your kids to participate in these free summer reading programs is one of the best ways to help keep their brains active and literary skills sharp during the summer months.

You can even turn your summer reading challenges into fun family time. Reading books together and meeting a goal is a great way to build memories as a family!

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Where to Buy Cheap Prom Dresses

May 9, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Lifecomment

Best places to get affordable prom dresses!

Last month my daughter and I started on a mission. The goal? To buy the “perfect” prom dress, without spending a lot of money. The only problem??? My daughter was very picky about what she wanted. Fortunately, after a few days of research and lots of dress try-ons, I’m so excited to share with you that we accomplished our mission! We found an affordable prom dress, that my daughter LOVES! Keep reading to learn exactly where to buy cheap prom dresses!

Where To Buy Cheap Prom Dresses

It is possible to find the perfect dress….without spending a lot of money! Find out how below!

Facebook Marketplace

The first place I recommend you begin looking for affordable prom dresses is on Facebook Marketplace. This is a great place to start your search because many college and high school students love to sell their gently used formal dresses on Facebook! You can easily found dozens of options, all for a really low price!

Thrift and Consignment Stores

Don’t forget to stop by a few of your local thrift and consignment stores. They always have formal dresses in stock! We loved a few dresses from Uptown Cheapskate, but unfortunately they weren’t the right size. A few other stores I recommend you look at are:

Remember, when thrift shopping to keep an open mind. Stains can come out, with the right treatment. Dresses can easily be altered by a local tailer. Look at the possibilities of what the dress can be, rather than how it appears on the rack.

Online Stores

There are a lot of budget friendly prom dress options online! Once I started searching for them, I couldn’t believe all of the beautiful dresses we found, that were really affordable! Here are some of the stores I recommend you look at!

Lulus
JJ’s House
ASOS
Shein
Amazon (yes! believe it or not, Amazon has a huge variety of affordable prom dresses!)

At first, we were worried about buying an affordable prom dress, worried that it wouldn’t fit right or look like the picture. But then we decided to buy 3 dresses online, all with a free and easy return policy. This way she could try on a few different options to make sure one of them would work!

Rental Shops

You might want to consider renting a prom dress! Renting is a very affordable option! We actually ended up renting my daughters dress this year and are so happy about this decision! The truth is, you will probably only wear that dress once! So why spend a fortune on it, right? Right!

Do a quick google search to check to see if there are any dress rental stores in your area. We were able to find 3 within 30 minutes of our home.

Another option is to rent a dress from Rent the Runway. This online rental store will allow you to get 4 items for just $70/month for your first two months. I love this option because you can order 4 prom dresses, try on each of them, choose your favorite to wear to prom, and then send them all back…..all for only $70! The best part? You can cancel your membership whenever you want! The dresses are all really high end, and $70 is a steal of a deal!

Online Resale Store

Another great option of where to buy cheap prom dresses is online resale stores. These are websites where sellers can list their gently used clothing for others to purchase for a fraction of the cost. I recommend looking for prom dresses on:

Clearance Sections

Don’t forget to check the clearance rack at all dress shops! It’s very common for stores to have a few, last season dresses marked down to a low price. Your best bet is to plan ahead and shop the clearance racks right after prom, this will give you the biggest selection of dresses to choose from.

Your Friends Closet

Oh yes, I did just say to get a dress from your friends (or neighbor, or grandmas best friends great niece, etc.) closet. Your friends, family and neighbors are a great place to find affordable prom dresses.

Ask around on Facebook, at church, etc. to see if anyone has some prom dresses sitting in their closet that they would be willing to let you borrow. Most people are always happy to share! It’s fun to see these beautiful dresses getting used, rather than collecting dust in the closet.

This might also be the perfect time to host a clothing swap! All of your friends can bring their gently used prom dresses to swap!

Department Stores

Many department stores will carry prom dresses, especially during the spring. When we checked the department stores, the dress prices were a little high…but they are cheaper than you will pay at a formal dress shop. Department stores are the perfect place for a nice, new prom dress, that won’t break the bank.

Discount Stores

The next places I suggest you look for an affordable prom dress is at your local discount clothing stores. Most of them will have a good selection of formal dresses to choose from. I suggest shopping at:

In Conclusion

It is possible to find an affordable prom dress! It might take a little bit of effort, but it is possible!! Now that you know where to buy a cheap prom dress….happy shopping!

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7 Simple Ways To Get Your Budget Back On Track (for good this time!)

April 20, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Lifecomment

How to fix a broken budget.

Struggling with a broken budget??? We have all been there, and I’ve definitely been there more times then I would like to admit! It might have happened because we gave into spending temptations to many times, or perhaps we let lifestyle creep sneak in. Or, there could have been a lot of unexpected expenses arise. There are so many reasons why we go over budget, it happens to everyone! Going over budget is normal, not great, but normal….but only if it happens occasionally. If you are looking for ways to fix a broken budget, I’ve got you covered! Keep reading for 7 simple ways to get your budget back on track (for good this time!).

How To Get Your Budget Back On Track

It is possible to fix a broken budget! Follow the steps below to get your budget back on track once and for all!

1. Stop Unnecessary Spending

The first step you need to take to get your budget back on track is to put a pause on all unnecessary spending. This doesn’t mean you cant pay your bills or buy food. It means that you will only spend money on things that are necessary for living. But, things like entertainment. going out to eat, home decor, etc. should be completely stopped.

There are so many ways to enjoy life, without having to spend money. Try a few new easy recipes at home, enjoy some at home date nights, and be creative about finding things for free!

Related: How to Have a Successful No Spend Month

2. Track Your Spending

If you aren’t already tracking your spending, now is the time to start! Tracking your spending is one of the most important (but easily skipped) steps to fixing a broken budget. Writing down every purchase that you make will hold you accountable to your purchases, making it much less likely for you to impulse shop.

I recommend taking time every single day to write down what you bought that day. Then compare your purchases to your budget to make sure you are staying within your goals.

3. Use Cash Envelopes

Anything thing that really helps me fix a broken budget is to start using cash envelopes. The cash envelope system is really fairly easy to use!

First, look through your budget to determine the amount of cash you have left to spend for the rest of the month.

Next, you will need to go to the bank and take out that exact amount of cash out of the bank. Divide the cash into different envelope categories. Once your envelope is empty, you literally can not buy anything else (no cheating!). I explain more about how cash envelopes here.

And, yes, you CAN use cash envelopes for online purchases! I explain exactly how to do so in the video below!

4. Give Yourself A Reward

I’ll let you in on a little secret about me…..I love to reward myself! It motivates me to work hard and reach my goal. Whenever I start struggling with my budget, I set up a reward system to help me stay focused on my money goals.

Choose your reward by thinking of something fun, but frugal, that you would enjoy getting. I love to reward myself with a treat from my favorite pastry shop or by buying myself a new small piece of jewelry.

Set up your reward system in a way that will help you get back on track with your budget. For example, if you go 10 days without splurging on any unnecessary spending, then you can treat yourself to your small reward.

5. Return Recent Purchases You Don’t Need

Do you have any recent purchases that you regret buying? Or perhaps that you don’t regret, but know deep down it wasn’t the best decision to buy? Return these items to the store ASAP! This is the quickest and easiest way to fix a broken budget caused by impulse spending.

6. Sell Clutter In Your Home

Another option for getting more money back in your pocket is to sell clutter around your house that you don’t need or use! My rule of thumb is that if I haven’t touched it for a few months, it needs to go!

Use the money you earn from selling your clutter to get your budget back on track, don’t spend it on something frivolous, put it to use in a budget category that needs it.

Related: 10 Household Items To Sell For Quick Cash

7. Use An Accountability Partner

One of the best ways to get back on track with your budget is to find an accountability partner to help you reach your goals. An accountability partner could be your spouse, a friend or everything in between. Ask the person you choose if they will help hold you accountable to your money goals. Share with them your desire to fix your budget and what you need to do to get there.

As you go about your day to day routine, make sure to check in with your accountability partner regularly. Make sure to always call this person to help you when you get the urge to spend, they can talk you through your spending choices to help you make the one that will help your budget best!

8. Focus On Your Goals

The most important things to remember is to stay focused on your goals. Set a goal of where you want your budget to be, write it down and then hang it up somewhere so that you can see it regularly. A bathroom mirror or phone lock screen are great options for this!

When you stay focused on your BIG goals, it’s easier to say “no” to the temptations that come along.

You Got This!

Please don’t beat yourself up for getting off of your budget. Like I mentioned earlier, it DOES happen, and there IS hope for fixing it. The fact that you are reading this article shows me that you want to stick to your budget and make it work.

I know that through a little bit of work, some sacrifice and following these steps you can fix your broken budget!

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Is Butcher Box A Good Deal? Here’s My Honest Review!

April 14, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Lifecomment

Here’s my honest Butcher Box review!

For years I have been asking “Is Butcher Box a good deal?” I kept hearing so many people say how awesome Butcher Box is and I have been wanting to try it out for myself! I finally got my wish when they contacted me and offered to send me a box to review. Talk about a dream come true! I know a lot of you out there have probably heard about Butcher Box, but have been unsure if it’s right for you or not. Today, I’m sharing my honest review of Butcher Box to help you make that important decision.

This article contains affiliate links. I will be compensated from purchases made from links in this article.

What is Butcher Box?

First things first, Butcher Box is a meat delivery service that offers 100% grass-fed, grass-finished beef; free-range organic chicken; heritage-breed pork, wild-caught Alaskan sockeye salmon, and more!! These high quality meat products will be sent straight to your doorstep.

But! The thing that makes Butcher Box most special is their commitment to raising animals in a humane way, with no added hormones or antibiotics, EVER!

Their mission is centered around making the lives of farmers and animals better, and helping the consumer gain access to a higher quality meat. (win, win!)

How Does It Work?

Butcher Box works very similar to other subscription services.

First, choose your box from the 5 different box choices.

The box choices include:

Custom Box Classic

9-14 lbs.
$159/month

The Custom Box Classic gives you the option of choosing your own cuts of beef, pork or chicken.

Custom Box Big

18-26 lbs.
$288/month

The Custom Box Big gives you the same option of choosing your own cuts of beef pork or chicken as the classic custom box. The Big box is just…bigger!

The Basic Box

7-7.5 lbs.
$99/month

The Basic Box includes high quality beef, organic chicken, and pork.

The Mixed Box

8.5-11 lbs
$137/month

The Mixed Box is the box that I ordered. It came with high quality selection of beef, chicken and pork. The amount and exact cuts will vary month to month, but we were very pleased with our box.

The Beef and Pork Box

8-11 lbs
$137/month

The Beef and Pork Box will give you a variety of both beef and pork cut meats. You will find anything from tenderloin to steaks to ground beef and more.

The Beef and Chicken Box

8.5-11 lbs
$137/month

In the Beef and Chicken Box you will be treated to a selection of both chicken and beef meat cuts.

The All Beef Box

8-10 lbs
$137/month

In the All Beef Box you will receive beef cuts ranging from ground beef to roasts and steaks. Yum!

How Often Will I Receive My Box?

You have three options for delivery frequency. You can choose to have your box delivered monthly, every 6 weeks, or every other month. However, you can cancel or pause delivery at any time at no extra cost. So, if you are needing a break, just put it on pause and continue whenever is convenient for you.

What Makes Butcher Box Special?

Butcher Box is special because of their commitment to delivering high quality products to their customers and their mission of raising animals in a humane way. Here are a few other highlights about Butcher Box and their animals.

Beef:

100% grass fed
Pasture raised

Chicken:

Free range organic
No antibiotics ever
No added hormones (Federal regulations prohibit the use of hormones or steroids in poultry)

Pork:

All vegetarian feed
Humanely raised
Bacon has no nitrates or nitrites and does not contain added sugar

How Is The Box Shipped?

All of the meat shipped from Butcher Box is frozen and individually vacuum packed. It will be shipped in a box with insulation and dry ice if needed. Your meat will arrive frozen, cold and ready for the fridge or freezer.

What Came In My Box?

Alright, now let’s get to the good stuff! Here is all the nitty gritty about receiving my first box.

I wanted to try out the Mixed Box and was really excited to see everything that I got. In this box I received:

2 lbs of Ground Beef
2 NY Strip Steaks
4 Top Sirloin Steaks
1lb of Whole Pork Tenderloin
3lbs of Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast

The meat was still frozen and cold when arriving on my doorstep, just the way we like it! I also loved the packaging!

How Did It Taste?

The meat we received was so yummy and tender. It was delicious! In all honesty, I usually buy fairly cheap meat and we could definitely tell a difference in quality from Butcher Box and the cheaper variety.

My husband even made a point to tell me how much he enjoyed it more than the kind I usually buy. (hint noted hubby!)

Can I Cancel My Subscription?

Canceling your Butcher Box subscription is super quick and easy. You can cancel anytime with no charge. Or, consider just putting your subscription on hold for a few months.

Putting it on hold is a great way to take a break if your freezer is getting to full or your budget is getting tight.

What I Liked About Butcher Box

The Convenience

Butcher Box is about as convenient as it gets! The ordering process was quick, delivery painless and I didn’t even have to leave my house. As a busy mom, I am all about making life a little more convenient.

The Taste

We truly loved the taste of Butcher Box meat. Everything was tender, juicy and delicious!

The Quality

You just can’t get better quality than Butcher Box. I love that their animals are raised in a humane way. And, I love that the meat is fresh, organic with no added hormones.

It’s important to me what my family puts in their body, and I know I can trust Butcher Box in this.

What I Did NOT Like About Butcher Box

The Cost

Butcher Box averages about $6/per dinner. I do not think this is an extreme cost, considering the quality of the product, but it is more than I usually spend on my meat products.

However, like I said before, I usually buy much lesser quality….and we can taste the difference.

Will I Order From Butcher Box Again?

Absolutely! I will order from Butcher Box again!

After tasting this product, and enjoying the convenience of it being shipped right to my front door, I definitely want to start ordering from them with an every other month subscription.

I decided (to help offset the cost) to keep a mix of higher quality Butcher Box meat and lower quality grocery store meat in our freezer at all times. It’s a good way to get the best of both worlds.

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Free Virtual Field Trips for Kids

April 13, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Lifecomment

Free Online Field Trips For Elementary School Kids!

Are you looking for some fun, free virtual field trips for kids? I’ve got you covered with this list of free online field trips perfect for elementary school kids, preschool aged kids, or anyone who loves to look at awesome places!

I can’t be the only person with bored kids at home??? I’m constantly being asked, “What can I do? There’s NOTHING to do!” Those poor darlings just think they live in the most boring house ever!

Well, one of the ideas I’ve started giving my kids is to take a free virtual field trip! This way they can experience the world, without even having to leave home! It’s educational and FUN, making mom happy and kiddos happy. Don’t we just love a double win??? Yes, yes we do!

Virtual Field Trips For Kids

I’ve scoured the internet to find the best free online field trips for elementary school kids! I hope your family and students enjoy them as much as we have!

Animal Field Trips

If you have animal lovers, then they are sure to love a few of the virtual animal field trips below.

AfriCam

Have you ever wanted to go on an African safari???? Try a virtual one with the live cameras in the African bush. AfriCam offers multiple camera views so you can enjoy all that Africa has to offer.

Dairy Farm

Learn all about the Dairy Farm with this fun virtual field trip. Kids will be able to tour a real dairy farm and learn all of the behind the scenes that goes on at the farm.

Hen Cam

Get a peek into life with chickens with the Hen Cam. It shows the day to day life of hens living in a backyard outside of Boston. Hens are so funny, I could watch them for hours!

Houston Zoo

Another fun animal virtual field trip is to the Houston Zoo. They have live webcams available to watch the elephants, flamingos, river otters and more!

Marineland Dolphin Adventure

For any dolphin or marine animal lovers out there, you must attend the virtual Marineland Dolphin Adventure for an up close look at a variety of sea animals.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Take a trip to the aquarium without leaving home! The Monterey Bay Aquarium offers multiple cams for your viewing pleasure. You can watch the moon jelly, penguins, sea otters, sharks and more.

San Diego Zoo Cam

Another fun animal cam you can watch is the San Diego Zoo Cam. The San Diego Zoo has multiple animal cams available for you and your kiddos to enjoy. You can watch the apes, baboons, elephants, giraffes, hippos and more!

Zoo Atlanta Panda Cam

Watch the PandaCam on Zoo Atlanta’s YouTube Channel for a fun treat! You can tune in live whenever and wherever to watch the panda play, eat, and sleep.

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Historical Field Trips

Teaching your students a lesson about an historical event or place? Use one of the virtual field trips below to help bring that history to life.

9/11 Memorial Museum

Take a walk through the 9/11 Memorial Museum with this interactive virtual tour. This tour does an amazing job of making you feel like you are actually at the memorial museum, viewing the exhibits up close and personal. It was very moving to go through.

Anne Frank Secret Annex

Tour the Secret Annex where Anne Frank and her family lived in hiding from 1942-1944. This is a great virtual tour to see exactly where the Frank family and others lived during WW2 and to learn more about their stories.

Buckingham Palace

Take a peek inside Buckingham Palace here! You can virtually tour the throne room, grand staircase and white drawing room.

Colonial Williamsburg

Another fun history virtual field trip is to Colonial Williamsburg. It’s a great look into what was life during colonial times.

Ellis Island

I love this interactive tour of Ellis Island. They have audio, pictures, and video from passengers arrive on Ellis Island. The tour takes you step by step through the immigration process into the United States. It’s very informative and interesting.

Ford’s Theater

Ford’s Theater virtual tour is a great way to learn more about the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and the events that took place that fateful night. Through images of the restored theater, students will learn more about the timeline and experiences of the night Lincoln died.

Great Wall of China

Go on a field trip to the Great Wall of China from the comfort of your own home with this virtual tour!

Mount Vernon

George Washingtons home, Mount Vernon, is a beautifully restored home. This virtual tour will take you through each room of Mount Vernon so that you can get a view of what it looked like when George and Martha lived there.

Museum of the American Revolution

If you or your students are studying about the American Revolution, be sure to check out this field trip to the Museum of the American Revolution. Lauren Tarshie, author of the I Survived series, guides the field trip, with a deeper look to the revolution, with a kid friendly twist.

National Constitution Center

The National Constitution Center offers multiple free virtual tours for elementary kids. Each video teaches kids about the signing of the constitution, the civil war and founding of America.

National Museum of Natural History

Check out all of the rooms of the National Museum of Natural History. This is a self guided tour allowing you to view your favorite areas however and whenever you want!

Plimoth Plantation

Visit the Plimoth Plantation with this virtual field trip to learn more about the early settlers of the United States. The tour includes multiple videos and a slideshow.

Statue of Liberty

Tour the Statue of Liberty with this online field trip. It’s a great way to see what it looks like from the inside and to learn more about it’s history.

Titanic Wreckage

Have you ever wanted to see what the Titanic looks under water? Now you can with this Titanic virtual tour. It’s a fun way to teach kids about a historical event and give them a look at what happens to an object under water.

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Great Outdoors Field Trips

Want to see all of the beauty the great outdoors has to offer without leaving your house? Well you can with these outdoors virtual field trips!

Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon Virtual Tour is a an amazing tour along the Grand Canyon Rim to the Colorado River. You’ll be able to join a 2 hour tour of the Grand Canyon to see all of the sights it has to offer!

Hawaii Volcanos

Check out these amazing Webcams of Hawaiian Volcanoes! I had so much fun viewing all of the volcano images and can’t wait to show them to my kids. It’s a great educational virtual field trip!

Mount Rushmore

Get a birds eye view of Mount Rushmore with this virtual field trip. You’ll get to explore the monument up close and personal, for a little taste of what it would be like to actually be there.

Son Doong Cave

Travel to Vietnam and tour the largest cave in the world, with the Son Doong Cave virtual tour. The calming sounds and pictures transports you straight into this beautiful cave.

Yellowstone

Take a virtual field trip to Yellowstone National Park. You can view Mammoth Hot Springs, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Mud Volcano and more! It’s such a fun way to see all of the unique beauty Yellowstone has to offer, without ever leaving your house!

Yosemite

Yosemite is such a beautiful park and I had so much fun visiting it virtually with this field trip.

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Space Field Trips

Take a trip to space with these fun virtual field trips.

Mars

I absolutely love this virtual field trip to Mars. You’ll get to tour the real surface of Mars that was previously recorded by NASAS Curiosity Rover.

Slime in Space

You must check out this fun slime in space virtual field trip. Here students will get to learn how slime acts when it’s in space. This is a really fun field trip and experiment!

Space Station

I’m always curious about life in space, and every kid I’ve met is too! Here’s a fun virtual field trip to the international space station. Get a peek into how astronauts live in space and what it’s like working at the space station.

Stellarium

Take a fun field trip to the stars. Check out Stallarium Web to view the constellations, stars and planets. You can even input your location to locate the stars right above your backyard.

Sun

I love this virtual tour to the sun. It’s really well made and even makes stops to the moon, Venus and Mercury.

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Educational Virtual Field Trips

Below are some of my favorite educational online field trips.

Bright Farms

Learn more about how food is grown with the BrightFarms Virtual Field Trip. You’ll get to peek inside of a greenhouse and watch how indoor farming works!

M&M Candy Factory Tour

Here’s a really fun virtual tour of the M&M Candy Factory. Watch the entire process of what it takes to make M&Ms. It’s a really fun video and tour!

Memphis Fire Department

Here is a fun virtual field trip of a Memphis Fire Department. Learn all about fire stations and get a look at a fire engine up close and personal.

Mount Olive Pickles Tour

Another fun educational virtual field trip is the Mount Olive Pickles Tour. It’s an interesting tour showing the entire process of taking a cucumber and turning it into multiple types of pickles.

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Learn more about aviation with a tour of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. With this virtual tour you’ll be able to see different aircrafts and missiles on display, and learn a few interesting facts about aviation history.

Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy offers multiple virtual field trips for students to take right from the comfort of their home or classroom. You can choose from multiple topics covered including, climate change, coral, ecosystems and more, there is something for everyone!

Recycling Center

Teach your kids all about recycling with this recycling center virtual tour. They will learn all about the importance of recycling, and get to watch the big equipment sorting and packing the recycled materials.

Sawmill Tour

Tour the Collum’s Lumber Yard and learn how pine trees are turned into lumber. It’s a really fun behind the scenes video!

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Art Field Trips

Do you have an art lover in your classroom? Take a few of these fun virtual art field trips below!

Frida Kahlo Museum

Virtually explore the beautiful home of famed artist, Frida Kahlo. Her home, Casa Azul, is full of so much beauty and original art. It is a masterpiece that is so fun to view from the comfort of your own home.

National Gallery of Art

The National Gallery of Art has multiple video tours and lessons for elementary school kids to take to help them learn more about art. This is a great resource for teachers and parents!

Vatican Museums

Virtually visit the Vatican Museums and get a close up look of the beautiful art and architecture in each one. Your students will be able look inside the Sistine Chapel, Raphaels Rooms, and more!

In Conclusion

We are so lucky to live during a time when we can travel the world as a family or class, without even having to leave our house. I hope you enjoy some of these free virtual field trips for kids!

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Best Side Hustles For Stay At Home Moms

April 5, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Lifecomment

How to earn money from home!

I have been so lucky to have been able to spend the past 16 years at home with my kids. Being a stay at home mom is a job I always dreamed of, and I am definitely living my dream! But, as my kids have grown older and I have had more free time, I have been looking for ways to earn a little extra income, without having to give up my time with my kids. If you are in a similar situation at me, wanting to stay home with your kids, but are also wondering how to earn money from home, this article is for you! I brainstormed a list of the best side hustles for stay at home moms, and I hope they help!

The best thing about this list is that these jobs are for anyone who wants to work part time out of their home. Many of these can be done in the evenings or on weekends while you are still working a full time job.

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1. Clean Businesses or Homes

A great way to make money as a stay at home mom is to hire yourself out to clean local businesses or homes. Many businesses will need to be cleaned after office hours, which is perfect for stay at home moms because this mean you might be able to leave your kids at home with your husband once he gets home from work while you go clean. This is also a good option for those needing to earn money after their day job is done.

You can easily market yourself on Facebook Marketplace, just post in a local group that you are available to clean and when. There are also a few cleaning companies you could call and ask if they are needing another cleaner.

This is actually my side hustle. I have been cleaning two AirBnb Rentals for the past year and actually really enjoy it!

I stick my earbuds in, listen to my favorite podcasts or a new book and clean away. It’s good money and fairly easy work. I’ve also been given permission to bring my kids with me, so I give them little jobs to help with and pay them for their help! It’s been a great experience for all of us!

2. Ebay Reseller

Do you like to thrift shop??? Why not turn that hobby into a part time job? Look for brand name items at local thrift stores or garage sales and resell them on ebay.

Before buying anything remember to do a quick check on eBay to see how much money similar items are selling for, this should give you an idea of what is a good buy or not.

I’ve sold items here and there on eBay, but never consistently. If you are interested in learning more, I found a fantastic article that can help get you started!

3. AirBnb Hosting

I first learned about AirBnb Hosting from the lovely Jamie at Fly By The Seat of Our Pants. Her family travels constantly, and they have learned to rent out their home using AirBnb while they are on vacation! This has given them the ability to EARN money while they are on vacation! I mean seriously, can it get any better than that????

I’ll be honest, when I first heard Jamie talk about letting strangers come stay at their house while they go on vacation, I was not on board. But, the more I have learned from her, the more that I can see it is in fact a GREAT way to earn an extra income. If you’re like me and have questions about how she makes it all work, check out her post Secrets of an AirBnb Host-FAQ of Renting our Home. She explains it all so well!

4. VIP Kid

VIP Kid is currently one of the most popular work from home jobs, and for good reason! The company is super easy to work with and hires most of their applicants!

This job sounds so fun because you get to sit at your computer while teaching English to kids in China! If you are a teacher at heart, this is the job for you.

The best part is that all of the work is already done for you! The lesson plans are all prepared, your job is just to teach it!

They do require you have some experience working with kids and a bachelors degree. But! It doesn’t matter what your degree is in! (whoo!)

5. Babysit Kids in Your Home

If you are already at home taking care of your own kids, why not offer to babysit a few other kids. This is an easy way to earn an extra income, while doing what you would be doing anyways!

If a full time daycare feels like to much, consider just watching one child a couple of times a week. I constantly see posts on Facebook Marketplace of parents wanting to find a part time sitter for their child. Check there first!

6. Blogging

Hello blogging! I fell in love with blogging last year when I decided, completely on a whim, to start this little blog. I’ve always had a love of writing and being able to do that while being a full time stay at home mom felt like the perfect fit.

I’ve learned a lot over the past year and made a lot of mistakes at the same time. But, you know what. All of the ups and downs have been so worth it! I love getting to do what I love from the comfort of my home.

Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions about getting started blogging! It’s a long road, made much easier with a support system.

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7. Open an Etsy Shop

Do you love to craft or create? Consider opening an Etsy shop to sell your handmade items. We all have the ability to create something to share with the world.

Maybe your shop would be crafts, or jewelry. It might even be graphic design or printables….the sky is the limit! Spend a few minutes searching through Etsy to get some ideas for your own shop.

8. Teach a Service

Do you have a skill you could teach to others? I bet you do!

A few years ago I was a piano teacher (until I retired for personal reasons). I loved having the ability to pick my own schedule and teach right out of my home.

What skills could you teach to others? Maybe you could teach music, sewing, gardening, art, or cooking.

It would be fun to create a summer camp and focus on teaching for a few weeks straight if you don’t want to commit to something long term.

You could even teach through Zoom, Skype, etc.

9. Photography

Do you like to take pictures? Why don’t you turn it into a business! All of the photographers I use are stay at home moms, and they are fantastic!

This side hustle will require some upfront costs as you invest in a camera and possibly some equipment. But, it might be worth it if this is something you feel passionate about.

Do some research online and learn about what it takes to start a photography business to help you decide if this is the right fit for you or not.

10. Refurbish Old Furniture

Refurbishing old furniture might feel a little daunting at first, but once you get going with it it’s actually really not that hard!!

Search thrift stores, estate sales and garage sales for old furniture and when you find a cheap price on a nice piece, snatch it up.

The trick is to look for the POTENTIAL! Try to see beyond the yellow oak stain, the scratches and nicks and imagine the beauty the furniture could be. Be sure to BARTER if you’re at a garage sale (always).

You can find hundreds of YouTube video tutorials all about how to refurbish old furniture!

Once you’re done fixing it up, list the item for sale, Facebook Marketplace works great, and enjoy the profit you’ll make!

I actually LOVE buying from people who have fixed up old furniture. I love the look of it, but don’t like putting in the work. So, you never know….I just might be your first customer! 😉

11. Become a Virtual Assistant

Becoming a virtual assistant is easy! All you need is motivation and a computer! Virtual assistants work from home while assisting companies with social media, blogging, editing, e-mailing and more.

This job is wide open to whatever the company needs from you to keep their business thriving. I have heard SO many good things about being a virtual assistant, and have considered it myself!

If you are interested in becoming a virtual assistant, I recommend joining a few Virtual Assistant Facebook groups. These will be a great resource for you to ask questions and network.

12. Tutoring

There have been times (actually many, many times) when I would be willing to PAY someone to help my daughter with her math homework. I just don’t do math!

If I knew of a stay at home mom who would be willing to tutor my daughter in this subject, that is a fee I would be willing to pay! If you enjoy working with others and feel confident in a specific subject, this is a great way to earn extra money from home.

Consider signing up through a tutoring company, or hire yourself out online. This is a great job for setting your own hours!

In Conclusion

I truly believe that with the technology we have there are so many side hustles for stay at home moms, or anyone wanting to earn an extra income from home. Do some research, find the right fit for you and your personality, and then get started making money!

Let me know if you have any questions, I am here to help!

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Easy Pizza Night Ideas

March 20, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Life6 Comments

Fun pizza night at home ideas!

Years ago our family started the tradition of having a monthly Friday movie and pizza night. The first Friday of each month I make a homemade pizza and we watch a movie together as a family. We started this tradition when my oldest was 8, and now she’s 16, but all 3 kids still look forward to our monthly movie and pizza night! I rejoice every time that my teenagers want to spend time with me! I usually make the pizza, but some nights I just don’t have the time or energy to make, so I have found a few alternative pizza night ideas.

Here are two of our favorite easy, simple pizza ideas for your next pizza night. The kids love helping me make these easy pizza night ideas.

French Bread Pizza

One easy pizza night idea is to make a French Bread Pizza! This is a super quick and simple pizza alternative.

First, you need to slice a loaf of French bread in half.

Place both slices of bread on a baking sheet and cook in a 350 degree oven for about 5 minutes. You do not want the bread to get golden, you just want to harden it up a bit (it tastes much better this way, promise!).

After a few minutes in the oven, take out the French bread. It’s now time to put all of your toppings on.

Choose your favorite toppings, we usually just use pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese and pepperoni. Top each slice of bread with your toppings of choice and then put your French bread pizza back into the oven.

Bake the pizza in the oven for about 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Slice and serve!

Roll Pizza

Another fun and easy pizza night idea is to make pizza out of rolls! These is a very fun hands on activity to help get kids involved in the kitchen!

I like to make roll pizza using Pillsbury Biscuits or Rhodes Freezer Rolls. This time I used Rhodes frozen rolls.

First you will need to take the Rhodes Freezer Rolls out of the freezer three hours before you will need to eat. Place the rolls on a baking sheet to thaw.

Once they are all thawed and had a little time to rise (about 3 hours) you are ready to make your pizzas!

Gently smoosh, flatten and pull each rolls to form a flat pizza dough circle. My kids love helping with this step!

Place your pizza dough circles onto a greased pan. Top each dough with your favorite pizza toppings, let each person choose their own toppings! Encourage your kids to be creative!

Bake the roll pizzas in a 400 degree oven for 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and crust is slightly browned.

Your mini pizzas are all ready to eat! Enjoy!

In Conclusion

Our family loves making pizza together, and I hope these easy pizza night ideas can help your family enjoy it too!

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10 Gifts for Mom Under $10 In 2022

March 19, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Lifecomment

Looking for some budget friendly Mothers Day Gifts? I’ve got you covered!

Mothers Day is such a special time of year to celebrate the mom in your life. I truly believe that you can celebrate your mom, without having to spend a lot of money. It’s the thought that counts, not the price tag! Here are 10 gifts for mom under $10!

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10 Gifts for Mom Under $10

I spent a few hours searching for some fun and budget friendly Mothers Day gifts, I hope you find the perfect one for your mom.

Mothers Day Tote

I’m ALL about the practical gifts; and these Canvas Totes are both practical and CUTE! Plus, they are only $7.99! If you are shopping for someone with a sense of humor, then she will love these!

Personalized Bar Necklace

These personalized necklaces are so sweet and thoughtful. I love that they come with a sweet, sentimental note. It’s such a great deal too at only $8.99!

Dainty Gem Rings

How cute are these dainty gem rings??? They are trendy and darling and you can get them for only $7.99 each!

Morse Code Bracelet

Gift your mom some inspiration with these morse code braclets! They have over 20 styles to choose from, each with a unique message. I love how simple, yet special these bracelets are.

Keychain ID

Keychain Wallets are totally in and I found some adorable ones for under $10! These embossed keychain IDs come in multiple styles and free shipping!

Personalized Name Necklaces

Here’s a sweet Mothers Day Gift Idea. A personalized necklace you can customize with each of moms kids names and birthstones, so she can always hold her children close to her heart.

Engraved Wooden Ring Bowl

I love personalized gifts, because they are unique and original for each person. Which is probably one of the reasons why I fell in love with these darling engraved ring bowls.

Wireless Charging Pads

We all could use an updated wireless charging station every now and then. I was excited to find this one for charging airpods, and it’s less than $10!

Sunglasses

Sunglasses are always a great gift idea! I can’t be the only one who keeps losing sunglasses?!?! Here are some super trendy and cute sunglasses, perfect for mom!

Welcome Decor

I love this darling pineapple Welcome Decor. It’s such a cute and fun way to spruce up any home. I can’t believe it’s less than $6!

Closing Thoughts

Remember, it is the thought that counts, and not the price tag. Whatever you choose for mom should come from the heart! Don’t forget to attach a sweet note to her gift, it always feels good to be told how much you’re appreciated!

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How To Make Flour Tortillas

March 8, 2022 By: Sweet Frugal Lifecomment

Easy Homemade Flour Tortillas Recipe

I made my kids day last week when I made homemade tortillas for dinner, instead of using store bought. My homemade flour tortillas recipe is a family favorite around here. It makes the perfect tortillas that are soft and delicious!

Truthfully, I don’t make homemade tortillas very often because they feel time consuming, and when we are having tacos, I want something quick and easy. But, the days when I do take the extra 30 minutes to make these, I never ever regret it!

My dad always loved making homemade flour tortillas when I was a kid. He’s the one that taught me how and I always think of him when I make them. I remember him standing in the kitchen with his homemade stripped apron rolling out the dough and flipping hot tortillas over the stove. They are such fond, happy memories and I hope my kids remember me making them too!

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How To Make Flour Tortillas

Homemade flour tortillas are so cheap to make! The ingredients are all staples in my pantry, so it’s nice to be able to make them homemade every now and then, rather than having to spend money at the store to buy tortillas.

To make flour tortillas you will need to first, mix the below ingredients together in a bowl:

5 cups flour
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder

Next, use a pastry cutter to cut in 1/2 cup shortening. You can use a fork if you don’t have a pastry cutter, but I personally prefer the pastry cutter! Keep cutting until the shortening is mixed evenly throughout the dry ingredients.

Form a well in the bowl and add 2 cups of boiling water. Using a spoon, mix all ingredients together well.

Knead the dough for 5 minutes and then separate it into 12 equally sized balls.

Next, you will need to roll each ball into a circle until it is flat and very thin.

Fry each tortilla in a hot frying pan for 1-2 minutes, or until it’s just barely beginning to brown. Flip and fry the other side of the tortilla for 1 minute. Be careful not to cook the tortilla to long or it will become dry and brittle.

Keep the tortillas warm until it is time to use them. These flour tortillas are perfect for fajitas, tacos, burritos and enchiladas.

Flour Tortillas

How to make soft, flour tortillas at home.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 12 tortillas

Ingredients

5 cups flour
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup shortening
2 cups boiling water

Instructions

In a bowl, stir together the flour, salt and baking powder.
With a pastry cutter, cut in the shortening.
Add boiling water and mix together well.
Knead dough for a few minutes and then separate it into 12 equally sized balls.
Roll each ball out until thin and flat.
Fry tortilla in a hot frying pan for 1-2 minutes, until it's just starting to brown.
Flip over and fry the other side for 1 minute.

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Let me know if you try this recipe and how it turned out! I hope you’ll love it as much as we do!

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