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Elf on the Shelf Skittles Rainbow Experiment

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March 25, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

For this Elf on the Shelf activity, the kids participate in a Skittles Rainbow Experiment. New creative, funny, and original Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas

We are back, so is the Elf on the Shelf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas daily (in the months of November and December) for the past six years. You can view our Elf on the Shelf Master List for a full list of ideas including every idea we have ever done.

For many of these Elf on the Shelf ideas, make sure you have an elf that can bend. You can do that easily with our Bendable Elf on the Shelf tutorial. You also can shop our collection of Elf Printables for ideas to cover the entire season!

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Is there a Rainbow Elf?

If you are on the hunt for a rainbow Elf on the Shelf doll only, I have terrible news… there isn’t a rainbow Elf. As a reminder, Elf dolls only come in red and white. There are knock off versions in different colors, but the classic doll has a red hat and white collar.

However, if tasting the rainbow is fun for you, take a look at this cool Skittles Elf on the Shelf rainbow experiment.

Skittles Rainbow Experiment

Have you seen our five minute science experiments for kids? There are many ideas you can incorporate into your December Elf on the Shelf ideas. We did not pull this activity from that list, but we have a Skittles Rainbow Experiment your kids will love to do with their red elves.

Ashley…. so…

How do you do the Skittles trick?

Don’t worry. I have the answers. First gather these supplies you likely have at home.

Skittles Rainbow Supplies

The Elf on the Shelf doll
Skittles package
1/4 Cup Warm Water
White plate (white shows the background)

Skittles Rainbow Experiment Directions

Elf can leave these written directions, though we will provide you with more detailed directions below.

“Let’s make a rainbow. Just add warm water.”

First, arrange your Skittles in a circular pattern around the edge of the plate. One skittle, side by side, until your skittles form a circle radius of the plate. (You can do this for your kids/Elf or you can just layout a box of Skittles for your kid to do when they wake.)

When your skittles are in place, pour over enough warm water to cover all the Skittles and the plate itself.

Watch and wait as a Skittles rainbow appears. You will watch the colors bleed toward the center/middle of the plate.

Now that you know how to do the Elf on the Shelf skittles experiment, let’s explain!

Skittles Rainbow Explanation

Skittle candy is full of dye. The combination of dye and sugar dissolves quickly in warm water. When placed in a shallow plate of warm water, the dye quickly dissolves in the water making a colorful rainbow. The reason the colors do not mix naturally (unless stirred, shaken, or sit awhile) is because each food color has the same amount of sugar dissolved from each Skittle. As the sugar dissolved, it pushed outwards into the color beside it building almost a wall against the neighboring solution

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What is Elf on the Shelf?

Elf on the Shelf is a Christmas Tradition. The tradition has a book and a elf doll. The book is poetic and in rhyme sharing the purpose of the Elf’s visits. The Elf visits each Thanksgiving. He/She goes and returns from the North Pole each evening. Every morning he can be found in a new location in the house. The Elf has been found in the refrigerator, fishing in the toilet, writing messages on the mirror or hanging from the lights. It is VERY IMPORTANT, the Elf is not touch each evening or his Christmas magic will be lost! Each family is able to name their special elf. The elves return to their home (Santa’s North Pole Work shop) every Christmas Eve. An Elf’s Story can also be found on DVD.

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The Best Kids Party Games

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March 18, 2022 by Ashley Langston Filed Under: Birthday, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Kids, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Download these ideas for super fun Kids Party Games! No matter what type of party you’re having, the kids are going to love these fun game ideas! If you’re looking for things to do at a birthday party, don’t miss out on these great DIY games for kids using common household supplies!

Kids Party Games

Are you ever really too old to play fun kid games? Even though this might have the word “kid” in the title, adults are more than welcome to join in on the fun! This list of game ideas is great for outdoor play, a fun weekend at home, or just a great way to have all the kids in the neighborhood join in as well.

This list of game ideas will provide hours of entertainment and a ton of great laughs. There’s no better time than now to put down the screens and have fun slowing down and enjoying a few games together.

What are some fun game ideas for kids?

Thinking up games for kids is so much fun to do! I love to think about things that I did growing up and try to put a modern spin on them. I might be “old school” but the games we used to play are still fun!

If you’re looking for game ideas to do with the kids or fun activities for a party, you’re in the right place! Sleepover games are certain to be the highlight of the night!

How do you find games that are age-appropriate for kids?

The great thing about most games is that you can alter them to fit into an age that will work for everyone. Check out all the other great options in our birthday printables and our party games as well. All great options for all ages.

17 fun game ideas for kids

We have put together some of the most popular and most fun kids’ party games. All of these games are great to play when the kids are needing a fun game to play! Best of all, from string to balloons, water and cups, they contain many common supplies you can find in your home!

Donut on a String

All you need is an appetite and drive and you just might win this donut eating contest! Who can eat a donut first? The race is on!

Supplies needed: string, donuts

Pass the Water

Make a line, grab a cup, fill it up with water, and get ready to dump it backwards over your head into the next empty cup. Do this up and down the line and the line with the most water at the end wins!

Supplies needed: water, cups

Water Balloon Piñata

Tie water balloons to the tree and whack and let it fly!

Supplies needed: water balloon, stick

Shaving Cream Balloons

Fill the water balloons with shaving cream and try to cover the other person in as much shaving cream as possible!

Supplies needed: shaving cream, water balloons

Egg Toss

The classic egg toss game is the best! Grab a partner and toss the egg. For each time it’s caught, you take a step back and throw again.

Supplies needed: eggs

Musical Statues

Blare the music loudly and let everyone dance. Once the music stops, freeze like a statue!

Supplies needed: music

Shrink Wrap Ball of Candy

Wrap as much candy as possible in shrink wrap. See how long it takes to unwrap the candy and get it out of the shrinkwrap!

Supplies needed: shrink wrap, candy

Water Balloon Relay

Can you balance the water balloon on a spoon and run a relay race? Find out who has the balancing skills to win!

Supplies needed: water balloons, spoon

Angry Birds

Decorate boxes like birds and throw water balloons at them trying to know them down. This takes aim but it’s a lot of fun.

Supplies needed: cardboard boxes, water balloons

Snack Cap

Wear a shower cap covered in shaving cream? You bet! Then see how many cheese poofs you can catch on your head!

Supplies needed: shaving cream, cheese poofs, shower cap

Scavenger Hunt

Create a fun list of items and see who can find them first! The race is on and it’s certain to be a good time!

Supplies needed: objects to find outside

Egg Spoon Race

If you’re ready to run and balance an egg on a spoon, this is the game for you. This is a fun relay race that everyone can do!

Supplies needed: eggs, spoons

Lawn Twister

All you need is some spray paint and an outdoor grassy area to create the biggest outdoor Twister board, ever!

Supplies needed: paint

Balloon on a String

Tie a balloon onto a string and then tie that string to your ankle. The ultimate goal? Protect your balloon so that no one can pop it!

Supplies needed: string, balloons

Sponge Relays

Put a bucket of water at the end of a relay line and see who can run back and forth and squeeze water into the bucket. The most water in the bucket wins!

Supplies needed: water bucket, sponges

Musical Chairs

Who doesn’t love a fun game of musical chairs? Let the kids pick the music and let the games begin!

Supplies needed: music, chairs

Kid Games PDF

Have fun at your next party! Just print out these Kid Games and let the party start! They’re all simple and fun to put together and start playing right away.

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17 Kids Party Games Printable PDF & Instant Download

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Princess Party Games

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March 18, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Baby, Birthday, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Kids, Parenting, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Recipe, Social Media

If you had a magic wand that could sprinkle fun on our child’s princess birthday party, it would produce these engaging Princess Party Games. Enjoy these royal stamp of approval girl games, princess snacks & princess-themed party ideas.

Is your princess having a birthday soon? Throw a fun party fit for a princess with fun princess party games that entertain her and her friends for hours! Your little princess will be so thrilled with the royal treatment that she’ll be talking about it for years to come.

We have put together some Princess Party Ideas including princess activities to play with your guests. Here are some creative ideas including some Disney princess inspired games to play that will make your child’s party the best in all the land.

Princess Games to Play

Enjoy being a part of the fairy tale with these fun princess party games! There’s something for everyone whether your princess loves to get active with a game like the Mermaid Tail Relay or prefers a more laidback activity like a Princess Wand Making craft.

Here are a few of the games your princess can look forward to:

Princess Cake Walk: Cut out different sized pieces of cake and have the kids march around the room to music, stopping at each piece to eat it. The child with the smallest piece wins a prize.

Dress Up Contest: Have your guests dress up in their royal best and walk on stage for inspection

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo: Cinderella fans will love this magical take on Duck Duck Goose. Use a magic wand to tap princesses for an extra touch of fun!

Poison Apple Bop: Keep the poison apples in the air, but once the music stops… POP! It’s time for a fun princess challenge hosted by the Queen herself.

Magic Carpet Rides: Join the excitement as this Princess Jasmine spin on musical chairs takes your party to new heights. Kids love this prince and princess game and will hurry to make sure they find a spot to sit as the music stops.

Princess Charades: Only a true princess can master this game of acting! Much like Ariel, you have to get your friends to guess what you’re trying to tell them without using your voice.

Tangled Rapunzel: Who wouldn’t get tangled up in all that hair?!! This is a silly game of wrapping your fellow princesses in long, golden “hair”. Using crepe paper, find out who can wrap their friend the fastest. Then break free from long locks and wrap the next player! Which team can finish the fastest?

Princess Party Games Printable PDF

It’s time to put the play in your party plan. Get these printable Princess Party Games PDF. Set includes ten engaging and fun games for girls from treasure hunts, to relay races, wand making and more. All with the Royal Stamp of Approval!

These princess games are mostly fitting for preschoolers to young ladies. Think ages 3 – 7. Princess Games PDF comes with princess games directions and supply list.

Princess Party Games Printable

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Princess Snacks

Of course, no party is complete without snacks! Dress up your royal party with some delicious treats that will enchant the guests.

Mermaid Bread: You can’t go wrong with this easy yet fun take on classic fish shaped sandwiches. Kids love making their own and eating them, too! Simply serve pieces of bread cut into a mermaid tail shape with whipped cream cheese spread on the bread. Serve with sliced strawberries to place as mermaid scales and a small pretzel twists to use a “tail” sticking out behind. See more Mermaid Party ideas.

Wishing Well Dip: This is a creative spin on the classic snack, fruit and dip. Dress it up with some sparkly glitter sprinkles to make it fit for royalty.

Crowned Cookies: For a fancier version of this popular snack, use a sugar cookie recipe to make delicious cookies in the shape of crowns. Serve with chocolate and vanilla frosting for dipping along with fruit puree or jam spread in between two halves of the cookie. You can pick up a crown cookie cutter here. Also use them to shape little tea cakes.

Strawberry, Mint, Lemon Water: Let your princesses feel fancy with a light fruit drink like this strawberry, mint infused lemon water looks in our tea party ideas!

See more Princess Party Food in our princess themed party ideas post.

There’s no doubt with these fun princess bday party games your daughter is going to feel like royalty. Getting the royal treatment with these fun games and snacks is sure to make for a celebration she’ll never forget! After these fun engaging activities at her birthday party, chare she sleeps soundly like Sleeping Beauty.

Also take a look at these Princess Party Ideas. Pair theme with your princess-themed games for an exciting gathering. Pin to Pinterest.

Take your party guests on a Birthday Treasure Hunt. This can be done for the princess to find each birthday gift. At the end of the birthday scavenger hunt, have all the goodie bags! This can also be done as a family birthday tradition within the immediate family. Pin to Pinterest.

Fun Mermaid Party Games That Kids Will Enjoy

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March 18, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Mermaid parties are a fun theme idea for a girls’ party. Enjoy 11 mermaid party games & activities that will wow the kids and make a memorable day for the birthday girl and her little mermaids.

Do your kids love mermaids? Mermaid themed birthday parties are full of colorful decorations, a backdrop, garlands and fun party supplies. The centerpiece is usually a beautiful decorated mermaid cake or two which represents the ocean or perhaps a sparkly glitter mermaid tail.

Like you, I’m always looking for creative new ideas that truly stand out at kid’s birthday parties. I’ve put together some mermaid party games that your little mermaid & her friends will love.

Mermaid Games for Kids

Mermaid themed games are a terrific way to keep kids entertained during your next birthday party. One of the best things about these mermaid party activities is their simplicity, they require almost no planning on your part.

Mermaid party games are great fun for any mermaid-themed birthday party. Creative games keep your guests entertained and having fun! With these exciting and engaging mermaid games you guests will be sure to keep moving and laughing without requiring too much prep work on your part.

Mermaid Games for Parties

Planning the perfect mermaid party isn’t hard with fun snacks and unique party ideas. But if you really want to take your child’s birthday party to the next level mermaid birthday party games are a must.

So, let’s get started thinking about the mermaid party games you could plan for your next mermaid-themed birthday party!

Musical Islands

This fun party activity gets everyone up and moving. Plus it’s super easy to set up! All you need is some hula hoops, a die, and tropical music. Similar to the classic musical chairs game, party guests move around the area while the music is playing. When the music stops, everyone will choose a numbered hula hoop to stand in. Roll the die and everyone in the matching number are out. Keep playing until there is only one person left. The winner is the last person standing!

Seaweed Limbo

Using colorful crepe paper tied to poles, mermaids will swim under the seaweed. The rules are the same as traditional limbo. Each round the poles are lowered, making the game more challenging. Whoever can still fit under when the last pole is in place wins!

Pass the Treasure

Similar to a Christmas gift wrapping game, treasure is wrapped in layers of colorful wrapping paper and bubble wrap. Pass the treasure around the circle until the music stops. Who ever is holding the package unwraps one layer of the treasure.

Participants can either keep any small trinkets that are unwrapped in the layers. The party game ends when the treasure is unwrapped. The lucky mermaid that unwraps the last layer gets the prize!

Burst the Bubble

This is another great active game that can be set up in seconds and played with all ages. All you need for this game is two sets of bubbles for each team. Keeping the opposite team from popping all your team’s bubbles while popping their bubbles is the goal. The team with bubbles left at the end of the game wins!

Seaweed Tangle

Using rolls of crepe paper (shades of blue, purple and green streamers work best for a mermaid theme) party guests will decorate their “ocean” with “seaweed” to make a fun maze that they can swim through.

Participants can go to treasure chests and pick out rewards like candy, pearl necklaces, jewels, mermaid crafts, or sequin wands.

Even more rewarding will be the empty stomachs ready for mermaid party food and tasty cupcakes for dessert!

Mermaid Party Games Printable PDF

The mermaid party games PDF download has eleven creative games that are perfect for any mermaid themed birthday party or summer party. Some mermaid games can be played with simple supplies, others will require a little bit of planning and creativity. The most important thing is to have fun!

These 11 Mermaid Party Printables will keep the kiddos entertained. From party games with balloons, party favor treasures, and relay races. Games include:

Catch the Sea Witch
Retrieve the Sunken Treasure
Seaweed Tangle
Musical Islands
Mermaid Relay
Burst the Bubble
Seaweed Limbo
Pass the Treasure
Giant Bubbles
Under the Sea Treasure
Mermaid Charades

Moms, don’t be a sea witch! Put the plan in your party plan and have fun activities and the best party supplies ready for your little mermaids.

The Best Mermaid Party Games Printable PDF

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Trolls Birthday Party Ideas

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March 18, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Facebook, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Social Media

Need a great ideas for a birthday party? Kids love trolls! Make your youngster’s birthday party a big hit with these fun Troll birthday party ideas. From rainbows, big tulle troll hair, party favors, tasty cakes and more! Let’s get ready to P-A-R-T-Y!

Is your child into Trolls? Want to throw an epic Trolls-themed birthday party? If so, here are some fun Troll birthday party ideas that will totally wow them (and your guests) on the big day! From DIY decorations to creative recipes and games, we’ve got you covered. This theme is super easy to pull off by using lots of bright, beautiful colors and a little creativity. It’s also a really affordable theme. So grab a pencil and paper and get ready to take some notes—your little one is going to love their birthday party!

Trolls Party Food

If you’re having a small celebration, try making this easy Trolls birthday cake. It’s big enough for a handful of people to have plenty of cake, and decorating it is easy using a Silhouette, Cricut, or any other cutting machine to make the rainbow, cloud, and number cake toppers. Add some of your favorite Trolls characters dolls, and you’re done! | The Denver Housewife

Any Poppy fan will love having these Princess Poppy pull-apart cupcakes. You can use your favorite boxed cake mix to make the muffins, and then use store-bought fondant on top of the buttercream icing to create your design. Isn’t it cute? | Saving You Dinero

Trolls love rainbow colors, so this rainbow fudge is a lovely and colorful addition to your dessert table. It’s easy to make, too, using sweetened condensed milk, white chocolate chips, and food coloring. Layer the colors and let the fudge set until firm. Yum. | How to Make Easy Fudge

Princess Poppy chow makes a great snack for guests to nibble on while they mingle. Divvy it out into colorful cups so your guests can grab one and move around while they’re munching. | Artsy Fartsy Mama

Get a little more creative with your cupcakes by making these fun Troll ice cream cone cupcakes. They’re fun and easy to decorate with candy eyes, jellybean noses, and cotton candy hair. These troll hair cupcakes might just be my favorite! | Craft Create Cook

Have you ever seen prettier popcorn? This Trolls candied popcorn will look beautiful in a big bowl or individual cups on the food table. Everyone will love this sweet and salty snack combo. | Jenn’s Blah Blah Blog

Grab some butter cookies or shortbread cookies from the store to quickly turn into Troll cookies. All you need is colorful icing and flower sprinkles to get the job done. | Cutefetti

Have you ever made haystacks? They’re a simple no-bake treat made with melted chocolate and chow mein noodles. These candy haystacks are Troll-inspired, so they’re colorful and chock full of candy, too. | Simply Stacie

Finally, who doesn’t enjoy Rice Krispie treats? These rainbow Rice Krispie treats are a magical addition to your treats and sweets, and it’s super simple to create this layered look. Cut and serve these treats over cute Trolls Napkins. | The Gracious Wife

Trolls Birthday Party Decor

If you’re partying during the fall, make some of these Troll pumpkins to add to your décor. They can pull double duty at the party and then on your front porch later for Halloween! These guys look like they came straight out of the Trolls Movie. | The Keeper of the Cheerios

Turn ordinary paper lanterns into Troll’s paper lanterns by adding colorful hair made out of frayed copy paper. Add flowers or bows to decorate them further. There are so many fun color combinations you can try to make these cute DIY Trolls party decorations! | Bash Birthday Parties

Make a gorgeous rainbow party backdrop out of streamers to go behind the cake table or to create a backdrop for photos. The white balloons are a great choice on top make it look like a rainbow is coming out of clouds. We also love the colorful number 4 that’s made out of foam board and balloons. | Means of Lines

Bright tissue paper rainbow tassels make a big statement without going overboard. The Trolls funky hair banner is a cute addition to the décor, too. | Pretty My Party

We can’t get over this adorable Troll hair balloon installation! It looks fairly simple enough to do yourself with long balloons made for balloon animals and some regular ones for the base. | Kara’s Party Ideas

These flower balloon centerpieces are another cute idea that’s fairly inexpensive since it’s made with balloons. Arrange four balloons in a spiral with a smaller one at the center, and tie them all to a large stick in a vase or other container. Cuteness! | Hostess with the Mostess

Trolls Party Games

It just isn’t a party without a fun game or two. This Trolls Bingo is sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. The game cards include favorite characters such as Poppy, Branch, and several others. The calling cards include the names of each character, so even those who are unfamiliar with the characters can play the game. | Artsy Fartsy Mama

Find the Troll is a quick, fun game to try. Tape pictures of the Trolls under cups or candy, and swap them around quickly. If the Troll is found under the cup or candy chosen, the player gets a little prize! | Simple Crafty Fun

Trolls Birthday Party Favors

These Trolls party supplies are a must! Little partygoers will go crazy for these darling Troll hair headbands made with glittery headbands, tulle, and a few other accessories. Provide them at the beginning of the party so all the kids can join in on the fun together. | Viva Veltoro

Speaking of troll hair, these Trolls party favors are a nice, easy favor idea! Just label bags of cotton candy as “Troll hair,” and you’re all set. | The Gifted Gabber

Use these printable bag toppers and lots of hair accessories to make these bright and colorful Troll party favors for girls. They read, “Have a Hairriffic day!” Pretty fitting for a troll party, wouldn’t you say? | Craft Create Cook

If you’re handy with a needle and thread, these Trolls felt pencil toppers will be a cinch to make. Even if you’re not, you can still make them by using a glue gun instead. They just won’t have the cute stitching but could make a fun activity for the kids. | Artsy Craftsy Mom

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Awesome LEGO Party Games for Kids

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March 18, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Birthday, Facebook, Games, Instagram, Party, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Enjoy 12 fun LEGO party games to play at your LEGO themed birthday party that are sure to make it a hit with your party guests. Everything is awesome – Guaranteed!

Planning a LEGO party for your child? Here are some great LEGO party games to help throw a fantastic LEGO themed birthday party! These LEGO party game ideas will get the kids excited and having fun in no time at all.

With twelve exciting building block games, this printable is essential for any LEGO lover! Pulling these LEGO themed party games together and using some of our LEGO party ideas make the perfect birthday celebration for your LEGO fan.

LEGO Party Games

Each LEGO birthday party game has its own short description making it easy to find the perfect game for your child’s party. There are also helpful directions and a supply list that make set and game play easier and that parents will love.

Skee Ball Toss – This is always a popular game choice for any children’s parties! But why not make it more interesting with a LEGO twist? Kids will love trying to toss the building bricks into the circles to get the highest points for their team.

Pin the LEGO Head – Played much like a traditional pin the tail on the donkey game. Each child gets a chance to put his or her blindfold on and then try to pin the LEGO head on the minifigure’s body.

LEGO Relay Race – Spoon race is a classic game. Using spoons and building bricks, create a LEGO themed relay race for your kids and their friends. Kids will love seeing who can get their pieces across the line and build the tower the fastest!

Building Challenge – A classic game that is now even better with a LEGO twist! Use the PDF of challenge cards to give the kids a building challenge and a time limit and see what they come up with. Each player will have the same number and kind of blocks to complete the challenge. You can give small prizes for the creations like “tallest creation”, “most unique build” and “most LEGO bricks used” for added excitement.

Mini Figure Knockdown – The classic-style game is turned into a fun LEGO destroying challenge! Players will use NERF guns or water blasters to knock down as many LEGO man mini-figures as possible within the time limit.

Tallest Tower – How tall can your LEGO tower go? Players will race the clock and other players, stacking their bricks to see who gets the highest tower and is declared the winner! For a variation, kick the game up a notch and have the players wear blindfolds!

LEGO Chopstick Shuffle – A simple challenge, but a fun one with a twist! Give each player a bowl or pile of bricks and an empty bowl. Set the timer, and have them use only the chopsticks to transfer the LEGO blocks to the empty bowl. The player with the most building bricks in the second bowl when the timer goes off, wins!

These entertaining games are sure to make your child’s party one the kids will be talking about for weeks! Best of all, you likely have most of the supplies – LEGO pieces!

Invite your guests into a world of fun with these amazing LEGO party activities & games. From a LEGO building challenge to LEGO car racing, relay race style games and more!

LEGO Party Games Printable

Alright mom! Are you prepared with the best LEGO party ideas? Have so much fun when you are prepared with activities for the guests.

This Lego Birthday Party Games set includes 12 awesome LEGO-inspired games. In addition to the seven LEGO games mentioned above, also look at:

This Blows Minifigures
Brick Race Car Race
Brick Sort Race
Paper Towel Tube Brick Relay
Brick Hand Balloon Challenge

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Building Bricks Party Games for Kids Printable

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Strong Mom Quotes

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March 16, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Parenting, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

Have a strong mom? Encourage her with these short mom quotes. This adorable mom quote printable is perfect for a mother’s birthday, Mother’s day or just because.

Being a mom isn’t for the weak. It’s a lot of hard work, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. A strong mom is one who can handle anything that comes her way, even when things get tough.

It’s no secret moms were created with some type of super human strength – both physically, emotionally and mentally. While I (a mom of five) don’t have the strength to lift a car, I can birth humans (in my case – accidently unmedicated, barely on a table.) While, I love good sleep I have an ability to make it day after day with interrupted nights.

The strength of a mother is powerful and sometimes events are placed our lives that require us to be physically and emotionally present and all of a sudden we are presented with super hero strength we did not realize we were able to muster. As Barbara Kingsolver once said, “sometimes the strength of motherhood is greater than natural laws.”

Children come into our lives in so many ways, you don’t have to have given birth to be a mother. No matter what your mom situation is, the fact of the matter is that if someone depends on you, you’re a momma.

Celebrate Mom with Strong Mom Quotes

Whether it’s Mother’s Day, mom’s birthday or mom is just overdue for some extra love, these strong mom quotes are a great way to remind the woman who raised you how much she means to you.

“A mother’s love is something that no one can explain, it’s something that you have to feel. It’s the passion of a thousand suns burning inside of you.” – Unknown

“The best place to cry is on a mother’s arms.” – Jodi Picoult

“We have a secret in our culture, and it’s not that birth is painful. It’s that women are strong.” – Laura Stavoe Harm.

“The moment a child is born, the mother is also born. She never existed before. The woman existed, but the mother, never. A mother is something absolutely new.” – Rajneesh

“Motherhood is a choice you make every day to put someone else’s happiness and well-being ahead of your own, to teach someone else that life isn’t always about what you want.” – Mandy Hale

“A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when misfortune takes the place of happiness; when we are deserted by the world, and our friends in whom we trusted, have proved unworthy of our confidence. A mother’s love is then most needed, and most tender.” – Washington Irving

“A mother understands what a child does not say.” – Jewish Proverb

“Motherhood is a choice you make every day, to put someone else’s happiness and well-being ahead of your own. To teach the hard lessons, to do the right thing, even when you’re not sure what the right thing is to forgive yourself over and over again for doing everything wrong.” – Donna Ball

“One of the greatest titles in the world is parent, and one of the biggest blessings in the world is to be one.” – Jim Gaffigan

“A mom’s hug lasts long after she lets go.” – Unknown

“A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.” – Unknown

“All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” – Abraham Lincoln

“The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will find forgiveness.” – Honore de Balzac

“It is not until you become a mother that your judgment slowly turns to compassion and understanding.” – Erma Bombeck.

Strong Mother Quotes

As someone who has walked the walk of being a single mom, I wanted to share a few verses of encouragement. That circumstances in that season of time was one of my hardest. If you find yourself in times of stress, be encouraged by some of these strong single mother quotes.

“There is no way to be the perfect mother but a million ways to be a good one.” – Jill Churchill.

“Successful mothers are not the ones that have never struggled. They are the ones that never give up, despite the struggles.” – Sharon Jaynes.

“To describe my mother would be to write about a hurricane in its perfect power. Or the climbing, falling colors of a rainbow.” – Maya Angelou.

“Any mother could do the jobs of several air traffic controllers with ease.” – Lisa Alther

“Not only am I a fighter, but I’m a survivor. I think being a mother really plays into that.” – Willow Cross

“A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials heavy and sudden fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends desert us; when trouble thickens around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.” -Washington Irving

Hey Google, Call Mom

Being a mom doesn’t mean you’re perfect, it means you do your best. You feel more deeply, you love harder. You’re strong when you don’t want to be and show that it’s okay to be vulnerable.

Celebrate your mom with a simple phone call, text, or visit to remind her that she is loved. And if you don’t live near your mom, take a few minutes to tell her how much you appreciate all she’s done for you.

No matter what, a strong mom is always there for her children. So thank your mom for everything she’s done for you and let her know how much you love her with encouraging mom quotes.

Strong Mom Printable

To help you celebrate your amazing mom, we made this Strong Mom printable. Just download, print and frame the strong mom quote. I personally keep mine by my kitchen sink. Each time I am doing dishes (yes, millions and millions of dishes – usually my kids) I am able to view this quote.

Are you exhausted?

Me too, but we’ve got this.

I’m choosing to be thankful in this moment because it means we’re making a difference.

Remember, you are doing an amazing job!

It’s easy to put together, doesn’t cost much (even for a broke college kid!) and she’ll love to hang it up somewhere special to remind her of how awesome you think your mom is!

This strong mom printable PDF is also a great gift from one mom to another. Nothing feels better than knowing you’re not alone when it comes to raising children. Download the printable here and make sure to let the moms around you know you love them and appreciate them with strong mom quotes that they can hang up and read every day!

Note: This set comes in 3 sizes approximates 4×6 inches, 5×7 inches and 8×10 inches. Print and craft as you like.

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Stay Strong, Mom!

There is no perfect mother. In fact a good mother knows her imperfections. In fact, to quote Arianna Huffington “The fastest way to break the cycle of perfectionism and become a fearless mother is to give up the idea of doing it perfectly – indeed to embrace uncertainty and imperfection.”

If you are here today because you are also an exhausted mom, I get it. As a mom of five, I am also asked which number kid is the hardest. Honestly, each kid is unique and comes with their own joys and challenges. However, for me the answer to this question is always the same “the first is the hardest.”

If you are here, you are a mom. In that case, you at least have one. Hugs mama, it’s hard but you are strong. Remember, even in the day to day challenge, you are in this place, the present. And the present is the gift of your child(ren) even on days where you might not feel it.

XO Mom – Stay Strong!

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Framing our strong mom printable will make a cute Mother’s Day gift. Also take a look at these DIY Mother’s Day Ideas! Pin to Pinterest.

All moms can use a strong foundation. What does the Bible say to encourage mom? Download and print these Bible Verses for Mothers. As a mother’s day gift idea, turn these memory verses for mom into a fun scripture card key chain. Pin to Pinterest.

If your mom is like me, she loves to be organized. Share with her the Busy Mom Binder. The perfect resource for home organization. Pin to Pinterest.

Spring Activities Bucket List

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March 9, 2022 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, Spring

Need a family spring activities checklist? Download and save this free Spring Bucket List printable when planning family fun this spring!

Spring is a time of new beginnings and exciting changes. One way to celebrate the season is by making a bucket list for spring. To help get your family moving and to help them break out of their (egg)shell, I’ve put together an exciting Spring Activities Bucket List printable to share with you.

What is a Bucket List?

A bucket list can be anything from things you want to do, places you want to go or people you want to see this time of year. For many people, a bucket list is a list of activities they would like to accomplish as a family. For others, a bucket list can include things to do before you die.

A bucket list can be short, like for a period of time like a season . Your list can be seasonal like a Christmas bucket list, or be made up of all the things that are unique to the months of March, April, and May. It can also be long like fun things you would like to accomplish in a lifetime.

The list can focus on indoor activities, things to do on vacation, or even over a school break Share these activities with others or make them solo. There’s really no limit to what you can put on your personalized bucket list or family bucket list.

A new season. A new tradition.

Spring Bucket List Ideas

Spring is the perfect time to start a new family tradition and make a plan to spend time together. We always have the best of intentions to do things as a family, but it seems like something always comes up. This year, make a plan and stick to it with this handy dandy spring bucket list!

One fun way to welcome the new season is to get outdoors and take in fresh air. Warmer weather opens up the list of ideas and outdoor activities you can do together. Of course, a list makes everything organized and together. Plus crossing things off your list is a great feeling and the reward of making great memories together is even better!

Here are a few ideas to get you started:

Have a family game night.
Make s’mores over a campfire.
Go on a road trip.
Craft a spring theme art project.
Go for a swim in the lake or pool.
Visit a nearby amusement park or waterpark.
Volunteer.
Go on an insect or bug hunt.
Plant spring flowers or vegetables in the garden.
Have a picnic outdoors.
Visit a farmer’s market
Go for a nature walk.
Attend a festival or fair.
Have an Easter egg hunt.
Visit a farm or petting zoo.
Make homemade ice.
Visit seasonal festivals for a staycation.
Have an Easter Scavenger Hunt.

Many of these ideas will offer the best time for kids of all ages – toddlers to adults.

Spring Activities Printable

Stumped and not sure what to do? No problem. The spring activities on my downloadable PDF include things like gardening, visiting a farm, and even a bit of spring cleaning. It’s a well-rounded list that will keep your family entertained all season long.

Plant a vegetable garden
Have a picnic
Fly a Kite
Spring Clean
Find a rainbow
Take a bike ride
Visit a farm
Dye Easter eggs
Donate items (for Earth Day)
Make a bird house
Pick berries
Have a tea party
Go fishing
Play in the rain (mud or puddles)

In addition to my list of springtime activities, feel free to add your own.

How to Download and Use the Spring Bucket List

This spring bucket list is available in our spring bundle or in our year-round bucket list bundle.

However, if you are reading about the bucket list here, I want to give you a gift, a free spring checklist. For a free Spring Activities Printable PDF list that you can print and use to plan some fun outings, download your copy here. Simply enter your email address here and grab a copy today in our free printable library.

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Once printed, you can then either hang up the fun spring activities list as a reminder or take it with you on your phone or tablet when you’re out and about.

Don’t limit your list to just things you think of. Talk with the kids and come up with some activities they would like to do.

Make a Spring break bucket list together so when spring break comes, you’ll have a planned activity to do each day that’ll make your time together a blast!

Use this bucket list template to make your own list for any time of the year! You’ll be surprised how much fun you can have or even how accomplished you’ll feel after completing your list.

Whatever you do, make sure to have fun and enjoy the warm weather while it lasts. This spring, make a plan to enjoy moments with the whole family and friends with spring activities!

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your spring activities and bucket list ideas. Leave a comment here or on Pinterest!

Printable Bucket Lists for the Family

Want something larger? Take a look at One Year Family Bucket List Bundle.

Every season, get direction and structure to creating new family traditions and childhood memories. This Year-round Bucket List Bundle includes bucket list ideas for every season – spring, summer, fall and winter. Plus, get seasonal family bucket list ideas for Birthdays, Christmas, Halloween, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, and more. We even snuck in a date night bucket list, to rekindle that flame with the parents. Or get creative with our Bucket List template and fill up to 100 ideas that fit your family.

What you get with purchase:

Enjoy 14 Seasonal Family Bucket Checklists including…

Bucket List Template PDF Instant Download (up to 100 Bucket List ideas)
Birthday Bucket List PDF Instant Download
Spring Bucket List PDF Instant Download
Date Night Bucket List PDF Instant Download
Summer Bucket List PDF Instant Download
Disney Bucket List PDF Instant Download (two colors)
Fourth of July Bucket List PDF Instant Download
Fall Bucket List PDF Instant Download ( + blank bucket list)
Halloween Bucket List PDF Instant Download
Thanksgiving Bucket List PDF Instant Download
Winter Bucket List PDF Instant Download ( + blank bucket list)
Fun Jar for Christmas Bucket List PDF Instant Download
Eighties Summer Bucket List & 80 Playlist
Bonus: National Parks Hiking Trails Bucket List

This One Year Family Bucket List Template Bundle includes twenty-two printable pages.