1. Make a Nerf Dart Popper

    Lately, the boys have been into anything that shoots, flings, or pops.  I experimented and created this simple Nerf dart popper for them, and they were thrilled! To make one,…

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  2. How to Make Parachute Cord (Paracord) Bracelets

    In May, Aidan went on a trip with my parents, and came home with a bracelet made out of parachute cord (also called paracord).  He happily announced to us that…

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  3. DIY Cardboard Box Skee Ball Game

    After we built our jump for hot wheels cars out of a diaper box, my husband had the idea to use the same basic design to make a homemade skee…

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  4. Under the Sea Artwork for Kids

    Even though we are not traveling to the beach, summer seems like a great time to do ocean type things.  Gresham and Owen are really into sharks and fish and…

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  5. Make a Zip Line for Lego Minifigures (And a new Lego Fun Friday building challenge!)

    Two weeks ago, the boys all went to the dentist and came home with their own pack of dental floss each.  I would love to say that this has resulted…

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  6. Game for Kids: Racing Pom Pom Balls

    Racing pom pom balls is a great activity for a bad weather day, or a day that's just too hot to play outside! Today, I made two race tracks out…

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  7. Art Binder: Contain Those Stacks of Drawings!

    All summer long, I am sharing ideas for screen-free fun (and learning) on the Frugal Fun for Boys facebook page!  Yesterday, I shared this simple idea that has kept my…

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  8. How to Build a Catapult out of Dowel Rods and Rubber Bands

    Here's a great summer project for kids - build a catapult out of pre-cut dowel rods and rubber bands! Over the years, we've done a lot of exploring with catapult…

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  9. Make a Duct Tape Sheath for Toy Swords

    When I made Owen's duct tape belt, I also made a sheath for his toy swords that can go off and on the belt.  This is so easy to make,…

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  10. How to Make a Duct Tape Belt

    What do you do when your 4 year old has the tiniest waist ever and doesn't fit any belt?  You make your own belt out of duct tape! I used…

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