The Monkeys are lucky enough to get to try some of the coolest, fanciest toys on the market, but sometimes, all you need for a great time is a few plastic bowls, and a bag of rice…
What cheap and cheerful activities do your kids love??
THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE (simple kids’ activities)
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I love how simple things keep them entertained for hours! Yet when you buy expensive toys they are left in the toy box, never to be played with again!x
ha ha ha … what great fun. They must have had a riot pouring that back and forth.