Frugal Family: Winter Clearance and Other Deals

A close look at the racks and shelves produced some great bargains on winter clothing. How about 70 cents for kids' stocking hats or gloves? Women's knit hats (one size fits all) or headbands are going for $1.50. If you look closely at the tie rack, you can find ties for $3 and $5. (No, they are not hideously ugly.) Men's Faded Glory long-sleeved knit shirts and sweaters are a mere $5 also.

In honor of Read Across America, all Target stores will have readings from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday. Certain Dr. Seuss books are on sale, two for $10, through March 15. We noticed many books are on sale -- 30 percent off hardcover books and 20 percent off paperbacks. 

3. Five Below

Looking to play ball? Wilson basketballs, Franklin footballs and world soccer balls are just $5 each. Prefer yoga? Pure Fitness yoga balls and mats are $5 each. What about dancing? Need to set the mood? A seven-inch mirror ball is only $5.

What can you get nowadays for less than $1? A five-ounce can of Bumble Bee chunk white albacore tune is 88 cents. A 10-ounce bottle of Palmolive is a mere 97 cents. A box of 110-count Kleenex is 97 cents. You'll need a CVS ExtraCare card to take advantage of the best deals in the store.

5. J. Clark's Restaurant

Want to take the family out for a really cheap dinner? Plan ahead and you can buy a $25 gift certificate for $2 at restaurants.com.