Easy & Fun Summer Activities for Kids
No more, “I’m bored.” From colorful crafts and lawn obstacles to tasty summer treats, these kid-approved activities were MADE for fun in the sun.
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Summer Savings Guide
This is your all-inclusive guide to an epic summer — one that you can actually afford. It covers everything under the sun, like in-depth ways to save on summer essentials and must-have tips for parents to survive summer (and stick to a budget) with kids at home.
Summer Sales
Since the summer months are slower for retailers, they like to entice shoppers with great sales. From Amazon Prime Day to Target’s Semi-Annual Toy Sale, these are the deals to look out for in June, July, and August.
What to Buy
in June
- Celebrate National Iced Tea Month with specials all month long
- Old Navy flip flops
- Bath & Body Works Semi-Annual sale items
What to Buy
in July
- Cool down with hot deals on ice cream during National Ice Cream Month
- Save on Chromebooks and devices on Amazon Prime Day
- Stock up for birthdays at the Target semi-annual toy sale
Summer Reading
Find all the best ways to get cheap (and even free) books for kids, plus which summer reading programs stand out in the crowd.
Free Kids’ Books
Your town probably has a local book exchange program. If not, sites like Gizmo’s Best connect you to thousands of free e-books. This list has a bunch of great places to find free books for kids, including online and local options.
Cheap Kids’ Books
You can build your kids’ library on a budget. From downloading free audio books to joining discount book clubs, these are all the best ways to save on summer reading.
Summer Reading Programs That Offer Awesome Freebies!
Getting kids interested in summer reading is sometimes like pulling teeth. But these stellar programs may change that — they give out prizes to kids with complete reading logs!
Boredom Busters
Dollar Store Finds to Keep Your Kids Entertained
FYI: You can build an awesome outdoor fort with just a hula hoop and a shower curtain. These dollar store ideas can help level up summer playtime (at super low prices).
Where to Get Cheap Movie Tickets for Kids
When it’s time to lay off the summer heat, catching a movie is a great way to cool down. See which theaters have the best deals and how to get kids’ movie tickets for only $1.
Easy Summer Science Experiments for Kids
From soda explosions and quicksand to baking snacks in a solar oven, these easy science experiments teach kids in a shockingly cool way.
Cheap & Fun DIY Backyard Games
Your favorite childhood memories probably don’t include iPads. Make this summer memorable with these action-packed backyard games you can easily set up yourself.
Summer Travel
Brilliant Beach Day Hacks
Beach days don’t have to end with buckets of sand in your car. Use these easy hacks to soothe sunburn, haul beach supplies, and head home with your toys, towels, and toes free of sand.
Sanity-Saving Road Trip Hacks
Sometimes exciting road trips leave no room for naps. Avoid the question, “Are we there yet?” with these extra creative ways to keep kids entertained.
Incredible Family Travel Hacks
Stress-free travel makes every family trip better. These hacks help smooth things out when it comes to packing, storing valuables, and staying fully charged.
How to Make a Disney Vacation Worth It
There’s a right way and a wrong way to do Disney — and the difference is hundreds of dollars. Cut your Disney costs in a big way by visiting in the off-peak months, setting daily budgets, using airline miles, and more.
How to Save on Disney Dining
You can skip those Disney Dining Plans. Instead, save 50% on food by placing online grocery orders, buying the cheapest park snacks, and NEVER paying six bucks for a water bottle.
How to Fly to Disney for Free with Credit Card Rewards
If you’re a regular at Disney (or anywhere really), you need a rewards credit card, because getting free airfare feels like winning the lottery. In this guide, we laid out EXACTLY how to rack up enough rewards for a free flight.
Genius Ways to Avoid Disney Crowds
Standing still under the Florida sun is … not fun. Before your next Disney trip, read these tips for getting shorter wait times (hint: checking the crowd calendar BEFORE you buy tickets is a must).
Goofy Disney Tips That Don’t Work
If you want a disaster-free trip to Disney, you’ll want to avoid these common TikTok tips. No, you can’t use the lost and found for storage or get free MagicBands anymore!
Amazon Disney Essentials
Don’t head to Disney without comfortable clothing and stroller storage. These Amazon items (like portable Mickey Mouse fans, blister pads, and Disney shirts) will get you prepped for the perfect trip.
Camping
If you’re planning a summer camping trip, you came to the right place. Check out genius ways to save on gear, ideas for tasty campfire treats, and tips for exploring the outdoors with ease.
Easy Camping Food Ideas
Great food is a must when it comes to camping. Explore these campfire-friendly food ideas, like tacos in a bag, baked apples stuffed with trail mix, and s’mores cones!
Camping Hacks for a Memorable Summer
Did you know you can start a campfire with Doritos? Yup! These tips will tell you how to “rough it” in the wilderness the right way with DIY fire starters, bug repellent, and single-use soap squares.
How to Find Cheap Camping Gear
Being prepared is the key to a great camping trip, but the proper gear can get pricey. We’ll show you where to shop for tents (hint: aim to save 40%-60%), plus how to get great deals on sleeping bags, backpacks, and more.
Save by Store
REI
REI is a great place to grab high-quality gear and apparel, especially during their anniversary sale. We rounded up our best tips for saving, like how to get 50%-60% off Deals of the Day and 10% back on most REI purchases.
Dick's Sporting Goods
A great summer starts with a trip to Dick’s Sporting Goods, so naturally, we listed all the best ways to save. Find out how to easily get $20 off coupons and score the best deals on golf gear, ping pong tables, and mountain bikes.
Cabela’s
Going to Cabela’s is an experience in itself, but saving money makes it even more special. Be sure to stop by on Fridays (that’s when their sales go live) and read these tips for shopping the Bargain Cave, decoding price tags, and saving up to 70% on Father’s Day gifts.
Summer Savings
How do you prepare for the perfect summer? Grabbing the right supplies is a great place to start. Everything you need to save big is right here — like how much to spend on summer staples and where to look for low prices on kiddie pools, trampolines, coolers, and more.
Cheap Mason Jars
Walmart, Target, and Menards tend to have the best prices on mason jars (a.k.a. canning jars). Aim to pay no more than $1 per jar and use these tips to maximize savings.
Cheap Pool Floats
You don’t have to spend more than $15 for these splash-worthy items. Find out which stores have the best deals on kiddie pools, water slides, pool floats, and water sprinklers.
Cheap Yeti Coolers
YETI is the king of coolers, but they tend to cost more than others. This is your guide to saving 20%-30% on YETI coolers from stores like REI, Amazon, and Dick’s Sporting Goods.
Cheap Birkenstocks
Birkenstock sandals are in high demand this summer. We’ll show you how to save up to 60% and where to find Birkenstock lookalikes for a lot less.
Cheap Crocs
If your closet is lined with different pairs of Crocs, these tips are for you. This is how to save up to 60% on Crocs and score kids’ dupes for just $3.
Cheap Trampolines
Walmart always has the best deals on trampolines, so be sure to look there first. These tips tell you exactly how much to spend on trampolines from 8-feet to 15-feet wide.
Fourth of July
Fourth of July Decorations
It’s time to go bigger than just red, white, and blue. These DIY decor ideas for the Fourth of July are easy, fun and, most importantly, kid-friendly.
Fourth of July Party Ideas
Throw a memorable Fourth of July party with these easy DIY ideas, like star-shaped watermelon bites and festive, fruity beverages.
Fourth of July Food Ideas
From DIY confetti poppers to patriotic backdrops, these Fourth of July party hacks are perfect for all ages.
How to Bling Old Navy 4th of July Shirts
You can turn a basic Old Navy tee into a truly festive piece of clothing. Here’s how to transform a $5 shirt into the perfect Fourth of July party outfit.
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