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Want to spend more time with your children but can't afford to spend lots of money? Or have you just run out of ideas for low-cost family fun activities? Well here are 7 family fun activities your kids will go crazy for. There are so many ways to have fun with the children that don't require spending a lot of money, or even any money at all! It just goes to prove that cutting back on spending doesn't mean that the fun has to end too, so try out one of these inexpensive activities today. 1. Cook with your kids Baking a cake or cookies with the kids is a classic and I would recommend it, as it will teach your children about food and the value of doing a job properly and thoroughly. With enough adult supervision the results will be delicious too! 2. Camping Most families already own the camping equipment they need so why not enjoy the great outdoors, even if just for a weekend? You can all get some exercise during the day by going for a hike or a cycle. Ghost stories and marshmallows before bedtime are a must! 3. Movie Night Make some popcorn and let the kids pick the movie. Don't forget U-rated movies can be entertaining and enjoyable for adults too! This is something you can enjoy all year round, whatever the weather. 4. Picnic at the Park Nice weather? Pack a picnic lunch, a few blankets and head to the local park. You can read up with the kids about the different trees, flowers, animals and soak up the sunshine. Just don't forget the sun cream. 5. Gardening Gardening is a great way for them to learn, get some fresh air and have lots of fun. Let the kids help you with the planting and general maintenance of your garden. This will encourage your children's interest in nature and growing plants, vegetables and flowers. 6. Make up a play Write a story and make up a play using old clothes as costumes. The children will love being creative and using their imagination! 7. Build a family scrapbook The little ones love crafts too. Scrapbooking is fun and if you give your children copies of photographs from your family albums to add to the scrapbook it will help them to learn about distant relatives and your family tree.
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