Absolutely!  Many of the experiences we have tried so far cost little or no money.  I recently asked my kids what their favorite experiences were so far.  Luke liked running our own lemonade stand, and Leah chose camping in my parents’ backyard.   The lemonade stand was a success, so the children made more money than it cost to run the stand.  I bought a new tent for our camping experience at a discount store, but I could have easily borrowed one.  I chose to buy it because I know we’ll enjoy it for years to come.

Some activities we’ve tried cost money, but I think it is important to introduce my children to as many museums and cultural sites as I can afford.  As a parent, I make the decision to spend money on things I value.  Other parents may spend money on designer clothes or expensive toys.  I prefer to spend our money on things we can enjoy as a family.

Don’t let money hold you back from trying something new each week.  With a little creativity, you can find a free or inexpensive activity in your area almost any day of the year.