Entertaining your kids this summer doesn't mean you have to fork over the wallet. Whether you're planning a kid's party or just looking for some fun activities to do this summer with your kids, your backyard can be the perfect place for Taking On The Creative on a budget. Here are some simple and creative backyard games you can make with your kids that will have them fully amused while being totally creative.

HUMAN BUBBLE
A little bubble juice and hoola-hoop from the dollar store can really go a long way with your kids. After all, who doesn't want to make a human bubble?
A little bubble juice and hoola-hoop from the dollar store can really go a long way with your kids. After all, who doesn't want to make a human bubble?

ROPE MAZE
Set up a rope maze and watch your kids squeeze through the strings for hours. A great party activity too!
Set up a rope maze and watch your kids squeeze through the strings for hours. A great party activity too!

BUCKET TOSS
Look through the recycling bin and make a bucket toss with your kids. Hours of fun and totally easy to make.
Look through the recycling bin and make a bucket toss with your kids. Hours of fun and totally easy to make.

TREASURE HUNT ICE BLOCK
Hide some treasures in an ice block and watch your child search for the goodies! Great way to cool off and so much fun!
Hide some treasures in an ice block and watch your child search for the goodies! Great way to cool off and so much fun!