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Celebrate Summer Party for only $20

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Summer = hot = water fun. It’s a must really. When temperatures go up the swimsuits go on and water equals fun. My kiddos have birthdays in the colder months so they miss out on fun outdoor party options. We decided who needs a birthday to celebrate? It’s summer. Isn’t that reason enough?! So we gathered a few of our friends and threw a fun afternoon Celebrate Summer party. Did I mention it only cost $20? Oh ya, I guess it’s right there in the title.

Celebrate Summer Water Party Spending Only 20 dollars

Looks fun right?! The key is your friendly Dollar Tree store. No I am not being paid for this. I just think they have awesome summer options for a buck! I gathered a few of each of the following:

  • Water Guns 3 pack for $1
  • Slingshot with ball $1
  • KoolPops 20 pops for $1
  • Sponges 2 for $1
  • Cable Tie pack $1
  • Sidewalk Chalk 20 pieces for $1

Check out the nitty gritty details on my receipt. See, truly $20.

celebrate summer party receipt

The water guns and slingshots are all ready for water play, but put together the sponges and cable ties and your kiddos are in for a splashy surprise. Sponge bombs are super easy for little ones to wrangle, but also soaking enough for the big kids.

To put the sponge bombs together:

Cut each sponge in three long strips. Hold together nine of the sponge strips and secure the middle together with a cable tie. Tighten the cable tie as far as it will go and snip off the end being sure not to leave a sharp end.

I purchased six sponge packs which made four sponge bombs. Put them by a big bucket of water and you are ready to rock.

We just let the kids play and soak each other for the most part, but after about an hour gave them suggestions like a slingshot contest to see who could fling the furthest. We also have a trampoline so they had fun throwing the sponge bombs at each other on that.

Sponge Bombs Bucket

Kids love popsicles and at 20 for a $1 we let them have their fill. We held our party right before dinner time so we did not need to worry about additional snacks. We didn’t want to spoil their dinner.

Once the party was over we sent them each home with a five pack of sidewalk chalk to play with at home this summer.

Overall, it was great fun and cost less than a trip to the pool!

 

Rocket Straws Summer Kids Activity

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With our last day of school past, we need to be armed with some fun activities to battle the boredom that is bound to surface. What I’m not fond of are activities that take longer to set up than to play. Simple and easy is just the ticket! These rocket ship straws take just a couple of minutes to get ready and are simple enough for the kids to put together on their own!

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What you’ll need to make Rocket Straws:

  • Narrow Bendy Straw
  • Wide Bendy Straw
  • Scissors
  • Rocket Printable
  • Double sided sticky tape
  • Crayons (optional)

Start off with a free rocket printable like this these. Symmetrical ships are best because then they can be two sided. We chose the black and white rocket so we could color and personalize ourselves.

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Cut out your rocket images. Each straw will use two rockets so it will be decorated on either side.

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Place a strip of double sided sticky tape down the center of each rocket. Trim off the bendy part of the narrow straw so you are just left with the straight long part. Place the  straw in the center of the tape on one rocket.

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Place the other rocket on top of the straw to make it double-sided. Press the top of the rocket together with the tape to seal. Seal the little “legs” with two small triangles of tape. Trim the long section of the wider straw to 3 1/2 inches. Place the narrow straw in the wider straw and you are ready to go!

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Count 3, 2, 1, blast off, blow quickly through the straw and watch your rocket fly!

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What kiddo doesn’t love playing astronaut?!

Have a blast this summer!

9 Terrific Teeth Toys to Make Brushing and Dentist Trips Fun

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Post sponsored by Burg Pediatric Dentistry and may contain affiliate links.

Do your kiddos have trouble finding brushing fun? Or perhaps a fear of dentist appointments? (Let’s face it, no one likes the sound of that drill.) Oh good, they are normal kids. Sometimes our daily tasks are boring and need a little spice which is why we rounded up nine terrific teeth toys to help make brushing and preparing for dentist trips fun. We’ve got a little something for everyone from the cuddler to the brainiac. Here are our favorite tooth toys.

9 Terrific Teeth Toys to Make Brushing and Dentist Trips Fun

1. Play-Doh Doctor Drill ‘N Fill

Taking the reins as the dentist? Yes, please. Even I love this one. Drilling, applying braces, you name it. It’s fun!

Playdough Doctor Drill N Fill Playdough Dentist

2. Playmobil Dentist`s Office

My kiddos love little playmobile guys. I love that they expand their imagination and actually hold up pretty well!

 

Playmobile Dentist's Office

3. Crocodile Dentist

I swear this one came out when I was a kid. Nothing like bringing back something from your childhood for your kids.

Crocodile Dentist

4. Alma’s Designs Dentist Kit

This soft set is adorable and safe for even the little ones.

Alma's Designs Dentist Kit
5. Dentist Barbie

Two words people…real sounds. 😉 Coming to you straight from the 90’s.

Dentist Barbie
6. Stuffed Animals with Teeth

They have these at Burg (our pediatric dentist) and they are hilarious. Basically a stuffed animal with dentures.

Brushing Teeth Dragon PlushBrushing Teeth Clow Fish Plush Toy
7. Dentist Costume

For the kids who can’t get enough dress ups.

Dentist Costume Dress Up

8. Teeth Kit for Older Kids

Looks really cool with a real model of the mouth and cool facts about enamel and such.

EIN-O's Teeth Box Kit
9. Chattering Teeth

The classic. Wind them up and let them go.

Chattering Teeth Toy

 

Well, that about does it for teeth toys. Use them to teach them what to expect at the dentist, how to brush, or heck use them as a bribe to get no cavitites or sit still while they are having cavities filled. We don’t judge.

Which toy on the list was your favorite? Do you have any of them at your house?

15 Sprinklicious Party Ideas

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It’s was my birthday yesterday. Since I could not fit you all in my house I decided why not throw a little sprinkle party here and share a whole bunch of super fun ideas. I was looking over my perfect party pinterest board and a sprinkles cake caught my eye. That was it. I love polka dots and I also love a nice crunch and sprinkles combines the two. It was a match made in heaven!

15 Fun Sprinkle Party Ideas

The sprinkle party idea all started with this amazing sprinkle cake…
Sprinkle Cake from Birchgrove Bakery via Storyboard Wedding
Birchgrove Bakery 4 Tier Sprinkle Cake With White Bows
So easy and so cute!
Valentine Votive
Confetti Balloons from Kojo Designs
Love this simple idea for a big impact!
Sprinkles Tablescape from Mirabelle Creations via Hostess with the Mostess
So many adorable dots!
Confetti Wall from Beci Orpin via Wee Birdy
Even the kiddos could take care of this one!
Find & Keep by Beci Orpin via WeeBirdy.com
DIY Confetti Tablecloth from Oh Happy Day
Spotted Masking Tape from Papermash to make these cute cups.
Easy and economical!
Spotted masking tape
Confetti Dot Ice Cream Spoons from Shop Sweet Lulu
Sprinkle Waffle Cones from Cake Time
I could take one right about now!
wafers-ice cream cones
Mini Milkshake Shooters from Hey Gorgeous Events
How cute and tasty is this?!
Sprinkle Push Up Cake Pops from Kiki’s List
I love the colorful layers to complement the sprinkles!
Sprinkle Cake Pops from Veronica’s Cornicopia
Sprinkle Strawberries via Pinterest (no original source, please let me know if you know it so I can credit)
The “healthy” treat option.
Homemade Oreos from A Little Tipsy
A colorful addition to a classic.
Sprinkle Popcorn Balls from Sprinkle Bakes
For more awesome sprinkle party ideas, be sure to visit my Perfect Party Pinterest board.  We are always adding fun new themes and ideas to throw awesome parties with ease.