Reading aloud has always been a core value of our family, and what can make it even more fun is if you can watch an adaptation of the book afterward. There are dozens of read aloud books that were made into movies or TV shows, and I’ve rounded up the best!
The Best Read-Aloud Books That Were Made Into Movies or TV Shows
The classic children’s book comes to life in the more recent movie about a brave little mouse.
Rent on Amazon—$3.99
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling
Of course, there are actually eight films based on the books. Be aware that around book 4, the books begin to get a bit darker and may be too intense for younger kids.
Rent on Amazon—$4.99
Saving money can’t get any easier than using Circle coupons in Target’s mobile app! These offers come off instantly at the register and most are good on up to 4 items.
And now most Circle offers now apply automatically when you check out – no need to search the app to select potential offers (except for Manufacturer coupons or alcohol rebates.)
Check out all of the new Circle Offers we have found so far this week, it’s a pretty long list with some sweet high value and offers.
Note: look at the individual deals in the Circle app to get more details on which items are included in the offers.
If you’ve never used Target Circle and want to know more watch a short on all the ways to save with Circle.
Circle Special and GiftCard Deals:
Free Target $5 GiftCard WYB (3) oral care, select Target Circle eCoupon
Free Target $5 GiftCard WYB (2) pet foods, select Target Circle eCoupon
Baby and Kids Care:
B1G1 50% off Enfamil NeuroPro infant formula bottles, 6 ct 2 fl oz Target Circle eCoupon
20% off Love To Dream swaddle up sleep sack Target Circle eCoupon
B1G1 50% off Mustela baby toiletries, select Target Circle eCoupon
B1G1 25% off Nanit nursery items, select Target Circle eCoupon
20% off Navage Nasal Care baby electric nasal aspirator Target Circle eCoupon
Beverages:
20% off Caffe Vita bagged coffee, 12 oz Target Circle eCoupon
25% off Copper Cow Coffee roast ground coffee, select 12 oz Target Circle eCoupon
B1G1 50% off Folly Coffee whole bean roast coffee, 12 oz Target Circle eCoupon
B1G1 Happy ground coffee, 12 oz, select Target Circle eCoupon
B1G1 50% off Malk Organics milk substitutes & creamers, select Target Circle eCoupon
25% off Portland Coffee Roasters ground coffee items, 12 oz Target Circle eCoupon
B1G1 25% off Starbucks ground coffee, K-cups & coffee pods, select Target Circle eCoupon
Grocery:
It is the perfect time of year to go outdoors! There are several days during the year that National Parks are FREE, and one of those days is today, 2/16!
Check out this list of the Park locations by state.
Fee-free days:
- February 16: Presidents Day (Washington’s Birthday)
- May 25: Memorial Day
- June 14: Flag Day/President Trump’s birthday
- July 3–5: Independence Day weekend
- August 25: 110th Birthday of the National Park Service
- September 17: Constitution Day
- October 27: Theodore Roosevelt’s birthday
- November 11: Veterans Day
There are more than 400 parks to visit throughout the United States so there is sure to be one near you. This is also a great opportunity to look for some of these parks near your summer vacation spots.
The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours.
See more freebies!
Shop at Amazon where they are offering 40% off OXO Bathroom Accessories. Find essentials like drain hair catchers, cleaning brushes, and more!
Deal Ideas
OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Hair Catch Drain Protector – $9.59 (reg. $15.99)
OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Soap Dispenser – $15.59 (reg. $25.99)
OXO Good Grips Multi-Use Squeegee with Hook – $7.79 (reg. $11.99)
OXO Good Grips Grout Brush – $5.39 (reg. $8.99)
OXO Good Grips Toilet Plunger – $17.99 (reg. $29.99)
These offers are good for a limited time only. Shipping is free with Prime or free with orders of $35+. Read More→
It’s always a great time to stock your medicine cabinet with a great deal, before you actually need it. Head into the Publix Extra Savings Event and score Tums Antacids for just $2.49 when you combine a store coupon and manufacturer’s coupon.
Publix Tums Deal (ends 2/20):
-$2 off Tums 28 ct +, (Publix Coupon), Extra Savings Flyer See more Publix deals!
We all need a night out, or just something fun to do every now and then! With Valentines Day top of mind, I thought a fun topic for next week’s Q&A would be ways to save with frugal date nights and fun (cheap) family activities.
Join me tomorrow night as we discuss how we stay on budget but still go on weekly dates. Plus share lots of ways to save on fun activities around town and when you’re traveling.
Feel free to bring any questions you have whether they are on topic or off topic!
Join in Monday night at 8:30 pm directly on Southern Savers, on Youtube or on Facebook.
Right now, Target.com has this 12-pound Weighted Blanket for just $15, regularly $25!
This weighted blanket helps keep you covered and feeling snug and cozy as you sleep, and the solid gray color integrates easily with your existing bedding.
Get the Deal:
50″x70″ 12lbs Weighted Blanket Gray $15 (reg. $25)
This offer ends tomorrow, 2/16.
See more great Target deals!
Pick up paper napkins and save yourself a little cleaning! Get Vanity Fair napkins for just $1.24 at Publix this week with a coupon.
Publix Vanity Fair Deal (ends 2/17 or 2/18)
- Vanity Fair Napkins Everyday 100 ct or Extra Absorbent 80 ct or Entertain, 40 ct, B1G1 at $3.99 ($1.99)
-$1/2 Vanity Fair Extra Absorbent Napkins (sign up) printable
-$1.50/2 Vanity Fair Extra Absorbent Napkins (sign up) printable
(use $1.50/2, makes it $1.24)
Check out the full Publix ad for more great deal ideas.
Sometimes life throws things at us that we don’t expect. In fact, research shows that most people go through a crisis of some sort about every six months. Even if you’re usually really on top of things, a tough season can make even basic things seem really hard. But we have to keep eating, don’t we? While I’m all about frugal tips on the macro and micro level, here’s how to simplify grocery shopping when you’re overwhelmed.
How to Simplify Grocery Shopping When You’re Overwhelmed
Don’t worry so much about saving a dollar or two
Recently our life had been very chaotic, and one Saturday morning I realized we were down to only one roll of toilet paper in the whole house. This doesn’t usually happen, as I try to stay stocked up, but somehow I dropped the ball. Instead of stressing about what store had toilet paper on sale, I grabbed a 30-pack when I went to Costco that afternoon.
Sometimes it’s worth it to spend even more than an extra dollar or two
Your mental health is important, and especially if you get to a point where you’re going to choose between takeout and something from the store, the store will almost always be cheaper. One of our families’ best easy dinner options is a frozen stuffed crust pizza. These are usually about $5.50 and come in a variety of flavors, and we prefer them over the $7 Little Caesar’s Pizza near us. It’s also something we can keep in the deep freezer for crazy days.
Limit decision making
This is where the mental load really starts to take its toll. If you’re the primary person managing your home, you probably don’t even realize how many decisions you’re making each day. You can’t avoid all of the decisions, but you can avoid some. You can ask your kids to make a meal plan or list two snacks they’d like you to get. You can ask your spouse to help you come up with ideas for lunches he can pack. You can also make executive decisions like, “We’re going to eat cereal and fruit for breakfast this week.” Make several decisions that will last you for a while.
