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01-07-2025
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30 Walmart Toys To Entertain Your Kids
A cottage playhouse so your kids can visit this pretend vacation you can take a little mini brain break while they entertain themselves. Price: $260 (originally $299.99) A TonieBox starter set that comes with Mirabel, Elsa, and Moana, which has been a staple in our home for YEARS now — my kiddos love choosing what music and stories they get to listen to, and the Tonies (sold separately) come in all of their favorite characters. Promising review: "I bought this for my 3-year-old and she loves it! It's super easy for her to change out characters. I love that this set came with three characters to choose from. Love that the characters sing and tell stories. Makes it very entertaining for her age. Love how easy it is to power on and control the volume. Love that it comes with app for the parents." —amberPrice: $122 A Kinetic Sand set for those moments when you're stuck inside with bad weather, but you and your kiddos would much rather be at the beach. Promising review: "Our son loves this set. It came with a good amount of sand and it's good quality. The toys are a great mixture and he sits and plays for hours each week with it!" —CCPrice: $25.35 This simple magnetic maze game that's not only super entertaining, but can also help with fine motor development. Promising review: "My kids love this toy. It's perfect for road trips!" —ElainePrice: $19.99 A Little Tikes pretend pizza-making kit, which features ingredients made out of a reusable, moldable material — making the experience more tactile and realistic for your aspiring chefs. Promising review: "It's well made and hours of fun. Mixing the sand isn't that much of a problem because it isn't very expensive to replace!" —JamiePrice: $24.86 A play kitchen so cute you might even get design envy — but those feelings will be washed out by relief when your kids independently play with this MVP. Promising review: "This set is super cute and perfect for those littles who have a big imagination. The quality is great. It does have a lot of pieces to put together, but was pretty easy. Highly recommend. Colors are exact to pictured." —SammiePrice: $179.99 (originally $199.99) A wooden train set for your cutie conductor. While your little is developing engineering and building skills and imagining a small world, you can keep the other trains running on time... you know, like planning dinner, etc. Promising review: "Honestly, for the price, this is hands down better than train sets that cost twice what this one does. It's almost entirely made of wood, the train itself is good quality, and my son loves it." —CandacePrice: $9.97 A set of four Bluey Heeler family figurines perfectly sized for little hands with big imaginations. Promising review: "My 2-year-old is always asking for his Bluey figurines. We bring them to play outside with the water table, to the hospital for his visit, in the bathtub, and to the dinner table. They are durable and adorable." —MichellePrice: $12.99 (originally $33.11) A bag of 25 balloons (for a grownup to blow up!) because after playing with Bluey figurines, your littles will be asking you to also play "Keepy Uppy." Promising review: "Colors included are not the typical colors and kids were excited to find something different." —EllyPrice: $1 A complete 140-piece set of Crayola markers, crayons, and colored pencils that will hold the attention of mini Monets and petite Picassos for a very long time. Promising review: "This art case is jam-packed with Crayola markers, crayons, colored pencils, and paper. The case itself is sturdy, keeping the art supplies neat and contained. My grandchildren love this set and have enjoyed hours of craft fun with its contents. This is a great gift for kids, and the price is right!" —marmeyPrice: $22.97 (originally $36.99) A water table for hours and hours of outdoor fun. Sun's out means baby buns are out! Of course, whenever there's water involved you need to keep a good eye on them, but you'll feel zen as you sit back and watch this cuteness. Promising review: "I got this for my granddaughter and she absolutely loves it, so glad I purchased this for her!!! Great quality and price!!!" —JuliePrice: $71.99 (originally $85.99) A cute 17-piece tea set from Green Toys to get a play party started, and you can possibly enjoy a real cup of tea. This eco-friendly set is also food-safe and can go in the dishwasher, so the imaginative play can include real treats! Promising review: "I was looking for the right tea set for my 5-year-old daughter. She had a ceramic one which was great but very delicate and had already broken, chipped off in many places. This one is perfect: it's a good size, has lovely colors, and my daughter loves to pretend play and makes tea for all of us :). We are an environmentally friendly family, so we love that its green and made with recycled material. Also love the fact that it's dishwasher-safe!" —Walmart Customer Price: $23.99 A 37-piece set of Magna-Tiles, which will be a staple in your house for years to come. Pro tip: Rather than buying different types of building sets, keep adding new Magna-Tiles to your collection. My kids have had them for five years, and we're still going strong and adding more! Price: $55.99 A play couch that can be anything they need it to be: a pirate ship, a fort, a reading nook, and also extra bedding for kiddos during sleepovers! Promising review: "Holds up amazing and washes extremely well. All the stains wash right out! My kids have had it since Christmas, and it still looks brand new! Couldn't recommend more." —AmandaPrice: $158 (available in six colors) An absolutely darling magnetic dress-up set, which will be a hit at home and when you're traveling. You can make more than 200 different outfits with this self-contained kit, so get ready to see them get creative. My kids LOVED these kits (and anything from this company, really) when they were $22.94 An indoor doorway gym set for kids, perfect for those days when you would go to the playground, but for some reason, you just can't. (Reasons including everything from bad weather to you not feeling like it.) Promising review: "Adjustable lengths. Strong enough for an adult and fun for toddlers. Just read the instructions on how it fits in the door jam, not the whole door frame. There's videos showing set up and installation too." —FiPrice: $154.99+ (available in two colors) An LCD doodle tablet to inspire some serious creativity — and help you save paper. I can't be the only one constantly picking up paper scraps, right? Promising review: "These are perfect for on the go with your children! Great for long car rides to keep those children busy." —SidneyPrice: $4.97 A set of hand puppets so the show can go on, and on, and on. Next thing you know, they've forgotten all about their tablet, and they're making scenery out of a cardboard box. Promising review: "Perfect set of hand puppets! I need the Zebra for some homeschool work, and because of the awesome value for the whole set, I opted for this. It didn't disappoint! Good quality, great price!" —Elyse Price: $20.99 (originally $37.99) An 80-piece chalk set with stencils, a spirograph kit, and a nifty carrying case for storage that is so fun it might bring all the neighborhood kids to your yard. You got the kids to spend time outside AND work on their fine motor AND explore their creativity? Chalk that up to good parenting. Price: $12.84 A set of binoculars made for kids to encourage them to start exploring the amazing world around them, whether that's inside your house or in the backyard. And you? You can sit back and enjoy the view of your kids playing independently. Promising review: "Omg, my great-granddaughter likes to play pirate, but she doesn't know how to close one eye to look through a telescope, so the binoculars are perfect. She loves to look at the moon and when airplanes fly by she gets so excited looking at them now. Loves to see the stars at night. This is a great idea for little ones that love adventures." —JenniferPrice: $9.49 (originally $11.66) This two-piece balance board system which can help restore balance to your day if your kid needs something to concentrate on. It's not just a one-trick toy — it has so many uses! Promising review: "Best thing for my 4-year-old son and 11-month-old daughter!!!" —DinaraPrice: $59.82 A set of Stomp Rockets that are out-of-this-world fun. They get to play outside, and you get to sit and watch the good times. Big jumps only! Promising review: "This provided so much fun for the entire family...I can't believe how much time my family spent outside Christmas Eve playing with this rocket. It was a gift for my 5-year-old and his cousins (ages 6, 9, 14), my husband, my brother, and my dad had the most fun with this!" —EDempPrice: $15.99 A Barbie Dreamhouse Pool Party house because you mean BUSINESS. This house is so cool it'll have you pulling up Redfin and daydreaming about moving... maybe it's time to call up Realtor Barbie. Promising review: "The coolest dream house I've ever seen. At almost 30, I'm wildly impressed and jealous of my 6-year-old. It's so neat! The attention to detail and neat traits it has — like an oven light, stovetop sounds, functional doors, toilet sound, and a whole elevator! Very cool. It's easy to put together but will take a little time just because it's a lot. Also, it's huge. Prob 3 feet high and 3 feet wide." —CharlenePrice: $179 (originally $199.99) A Mr. Potato Head, which is just plain silly and classic for a reason. Your favorite tater tots will sprout smiles and get a real kick out of having his hands come out of his head and his eyes where his mouth should be! Promising review: "My child can easily put pieces in and out of it. Toddler-friendly toy that lets him develop fine motor skills. The toy has been every day since purchase and has not worn out yet. That was my concern with things you push together and take apart. For the price it is great!" —anonymousPrice: $7.97 A Hot Wheels City motorized raceway play set because you know this toy has some serious staying power and will inspire the next generation of gearheads. Do you still sometimes wish you still had your own set? Yes, yes, you do. Buckle up for a good time! Promising review: "Purchased this for my grandson's fourth birthday. He loves the small cars. So far, he has enjoyed this set very much and is constantly playing with it. The set was received as advertised and promptly. All parts seem to be durable. I would recommend this set. My grandson is 4 years old." —marcusPrice: $39.94 A classic 150-piece set of wooden blocks that will stack up against any other toy. Littles love building their own cities and towers... and you love watching them knock it all over as you knock out your to-do list. Promising review: "The blocks come in different shapes, colors, and sizes. They are perfect for little hands to hold. My 1-year-old grandson and I have had a great time building and knocking over blocks. I'm looking forward to playing blocks with him for the next several years." —PatriciaPrice: $16.88 A LeapFrog 100 Words book which will teach your little words in English AND Spanish — all while they're happily playing and learning names for things. That's a win-win. Promising review: "This interactive children's book is fantastic! The activities and illustrations keep kids engaged, and it's packed with interesting content. While there are more words than expected, it's great for sparking conversations and encouraging early readers to explore new vocabulary. Perfect for curious minds!" —AxelPrice: $18.88 A wooden Melissa & Doug magnetic daily calendar that is super fun to play with but, as a bonus, might help you convince the kids later that they do, indeed, need a jacket, and no, it's not shorts weather. Promising review: "I love this Melissa & Doug calendar. I'm using it for homeschool and speech. It's great. My daughter is learning all the months, days, seasons, temperatures, activities, feelings, and holidays. This is great for speech because there's so much language to learn from it." —zippyPrice: $14.79 (originally $27.99) A kid's flash guitar with a mic and stand, so your small Swiftie can get enter their own songwriting and singing era. Promising review: "Our 3-year-old LOVES it. It has push buttons that play rhythms along with the melody of prerecorded tracks. She plays along, sings into the mic and has us join in. I wish the built-in strap were adjustable, but she doesn't mind as she often walks around with the guitar hanging across her torso, looking for her next duet! Great family fun!!" —ZeePrice: $24.99+ (originally $49.99; available in five colors) A Furby allowing kiddos to experience the same thrill of staring into those big, wide eyes and communicating with this chirpy creature that you did as a kid. But these Furbies have had a serious glow-up — they even come with mindfulness exercises now! Promising review: "Love this new version of Furby. My favorite features are the light show and calming (I can't remember the actual name right now) sessions. The calm part is great bc it takes you through breathing exercises and relaxes you. This Furby also comes some old beloved antics." —Panda1213Price: $34.95+ (originally $69.99; available in two colors) Need ingredients for all your new recipes? Shop each recipe directly through the app, or check out Walmart's grocery selection to get veggies, meat, seafood, and more delivered right to your door. The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
National Post
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
Screen-free activities to support a sensory summer vacation
We've all heard it — screen time should be limited for kids, with recommended amounts varying depending on age. According to the Canadian Pediatric Society, screen use is not recommended at all for children under two. It should be limited to less than an hour a day for children aged two to five, and to two hours or less per day for children aged five to 17. This is one of those things that is easier said than done, especially during summer vacation. Article content Article content Article content The ever-popular audio player that is perfect for children of any age. The Yoto is a tried and true addition to our playroom, so I was pleasantly surprised to see there was a mini-version. It is even smaller than I expected, making it convenient to carry and take along everywhere and anywhere. It is easy to use, there are tons of story and music options available, and while I was skeptical when I first came across it, it works. Kids will sit and listen to the stories, radio, podcast or music for longer than I would ever expect, and the best part is that it's all screen-free! Article content Just in time for summer, Little Tikes launched a Bluey collection featuring a sandbox, a car, a water table and a camp pond. Given how popular Bluey is, any of these would be received well and make for a great screen-free activity. Personally, the water table has quickly become a backyard staple in our home. It is easy to set up and maintain, allows for imagination, open-ended play, and I have yet to meet a child who doesn't love water. There is also a section separated for sand, and the feet are removable, allowing for table or floor play. Article content Available in an abundance of themes, LEGO DUPLO is a great hands-on, screen-free activity for kids and one that the parents can get on board with too and enjoy side-by-side. This set, in particular, is a great option because of its interactive component, especially for a younger child. Following the building, the train can be pushed to go and features sounds and lights, helping to continue the fun beyond the build.
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29-06-2025
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- Buzz Feed
24 Products To Get Your Kids' Energy Out Before Bedtime
A rechargeable laser tag set, which means they don't have to wait for a special occasion to play at a professional establishment. They can run around the yard chasing their opponents — winner gets to pick the bedtime story. A bestselling Little Tikes trampoline that'll let your little one get alllll the bouncing out of their system without you ending up with a damaged couch or mattress. A durable, indoor/outdoor ride-on "Up & Down" Roller Coaster which is legit one of the few toys I distinctly remember from childhood and trust me, this thing ~rocks.~ Perfect for indoor or outdoor fun… let the good times roll. A Fat Brain 2-in-1 musical "Jump 'n Toss" game that combines a hop-over-the-pole game and a spinning ring toss for hours of entertainment (and energy burning). A Bella Velio bike with wide bubble wheels that 1) are stinkin' cute and 2) help your toddler learn to balance so they can become a speed racer on a real bike in no time! Or a 2-in-1 rocking bike designed to grow with your kiddo. They can take it from a "rocking horse" that stays in place to a true, pedal-free bike for your older kiddo who is ready to be on the move. A classic Little Tikes basketball set sure to make bedtime a whole lot easier when they actually fall asleep right away since they used up all their energy shooting hoops. Or for your littler ones, a sports center equipped with a hoop, LED scoreboard, soccer goal, and buttons to teach 50+ sounds, songs, and phrases. This thing will surely be a 🏀 slam dunk 🏀 from the minute it arrives. A foam pogo jumper safer than a traditional pogo stick, but still just as fun!! Your kiddos will love bouncing around from room to room, and you'll love them burning off all their pent-up energy. An interactive The Floor is Lava game to get the whole family up and active while they try to save themselves from the molten lava all around them by jumping from foam piece to piece. A Doona Liki Trike that'll give you the best of both worlds by combining the needs of a stroller with the fun of a bike. Your kiddo can start riding at 10 months, and this bad boy will grow with them until they are 36 (!!) months old by becoming an actual tricycle. And it has a handle for you to push them home when it does its job a little too well, and they are too sleepy to get back. An indoor climber gym equipped with a rock climbing wall, a slide, a triangle ladder, and a semi-circle ladder that can double as a rocker. This is amazing for getting your hyper toddler's energy out, and there are so many configurations that they won't get bored with it! Stepping stones, made of squishy foam, your kiddo can use to create a colorful path or make safe spots to land when they decide they have to get from point A to B without touching the carpet. Banzai Bump N' Bounce Body Bumpers perfect for those kiddos who have soooo much energy and always seem to want to wrestle someone. Now they can do it in a safe way (that also just so happens to be *incredibly* entertaining to watch). A ball pit with soft sides and colorful balls to keep your kiddo entertained for hours. Plus, you don't have to worry about what's lurking at the bottom since you'll know the balls are clean, unlike those ones in public play spots. 🥴 A rainbow-colored saucer swing perfect for indoor or outdoor use. Your kiddos will never want to get out of this, and that's perfectly fine because they can swing, sit, read, nap, or do really anything in this swing — you may never catch them sitting in a regular chair again. Or a platform swing you can attach to the tree in your yard so they can climb, swing, and have a whole lotta fun. It's better than those normal swings at the playground AND you don't have to leave your own yard to use it. A pack of flying rings, which TBH are wayyy better than traditional Frisbees. These are 80% lighter and have a hole in the center, which makes them much easier for little hands. Plus, they are designed to fly straighter, aka you don't have to warn everyone in the vicinity that they are potentially in the danger zone. An inexpensive Pop2Play foldable indoor slide designed to quickly POP 💥 open so your kiddo can be entertained in seconds. Plus, when they are finally done running around, you can fold it up for easy storage. An adorable, inflatable ride-on unicorn to fulfill every child's dream. This is extra ~magical~ with a removable, washable cover that you can just throw in the washer when they inevitably spill on it. A set of rubber-top logs and stumps so you can create a fun balance challenge to tire out their mind and body. Maybe even have the maze end up in their room so they can just crawl into bed. A wobble disk they can rock and spin on or flip over to turn it into a climbing dome. They are going to have a blast flopping around in this thing. And once they wear themselves out, they can curl up inside with a pillow and read a book before they get into bed. Promising review: "My son (7 years old/70 pounds/tall and lanky) has really enjoyed this. He enjoys rocking and wiggling on the cup side and standing on one foot and working on his balance on the other side. It's the first toy that he plays with when he comes home from school. He enjoys being silly and playing in it while he watches cartoons (he cannot sit still for any reason). We have already gotten a lot of use out of the disk — anytime he needs to burn some energy inside. It's easy to pull out and play with and put up when he is done. I like that it's made well and just one piece, so I don't have to keep up with anything. My husband wants an adult-sized one to do yoga with." —SakredbeautyGet it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in two colors and a two-pack). A Stairslide kit... need I say more? Imagine how tired they will be after running back up the stairs like 10 times in order to go down the slide again. A Little Tikes rocking horse so they can rock away some of their energy before it's time to 🎶rockabye baby. 🎶 Its special design helps make sure your little one doesn't fall forward or backwards, cause we all know that would end in a meltdown that makes bedtime wayyy worse, and no one wants that.
Buzz Feed
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
13 Best Inflatable Water Slides
An inflatable waterslide that'll upgrade your pool into a water park party the second you blow it up — hours of fun, here you come! It has built-in climbing holes and handles to support any clumsy climbers. 😅 A Little Tikes double water slide to appease your kids' competitive nature *and* keep 'em cool at the same time — they can race to climb to the top and each slide down one of the sides! There's a surprise bucket that dumps water right down the middle to make things more challenging. Ready, set, go! A bounce house/double waterslide combo, your kids will take one look at and wonder if their wildest dreams have actually come true. They can jump until their little legs get tired, soak each other with water guns, shoot baskets, coast down dual water slides, then take a rest in the pool area. An inflatable waterslide that'll cost you waaaay less than sending your entire brood to summer camp this year — they'll have the best time ever slipping and sliding on even the hottest of days. Camp Backyard is in session, my friends. A tropical-inspired inflatable bouncer complete with a water gun, a slide, and a lil' wading pool your kids can hang in from sunrise to sunset. Make yourself a piña colada, pull over a chair, and enjoy the day. An inflatable water slide that'll help you give your kiddos something to do on the hottest day of the year (and ensure YOU don't have to pack the entire car up in a zillion degrees to go to the beach with your entire fam in tow). In addition to the awesome built-in climbing wall, slide, and pool, there's a fun tunnel they can crawl through. An inflatable play area for little ones who are hoping to have a *~dino-myte~* time this summer and for parents who don't have a ton of yard space to spare. It has a smaller footprint, you'll appreciate, but all the fun features (a waterfall, a sprayer, and a little slide) of a larger option. A castle-themed inflatable water slide you can count on to buy you enough time to kick back and eat an ice pop in peace while your minis scale the curved wall and slide down over and over (and over AND OVER). A crocodile-themed water slide all the kids in your neighborhood will be chompin' at the bit to take turns playing on together — it has a climbing wall, a water cannon, and a basketball hoop. Hope you have juice boxes and snacks at the ready, because your yard is about to become THE spot. An inflatable water slide with an impressive climbing wall that'll turn your tykes into miniature Alex Honnold rock climbers, but without the stress of them *actually* free soloing (like they keep trying to do at the darn playground). It has a bunch of spraying features to amp up the challenge and keep them cool in the hot sun. An inflatable waterslide starring two basketball hoops, water fountains, and an awesome cannon that'll earn you major cool points with your kids this summer. You'll all be splish-splashin' your way through the next heat wave. A next-level inflatable slide for parents who want to turn summertime into a water-filled extravaganza! It boasts two slides, a climbing wall, a basketball hoop, a big pool play area *and* safety netting at the top. Come September, when their teacher asks what the best part of their summer break was, their answer is going to be a resounding: playing on my waterslide. And a splurge-worthy 16-foot water slide adults and kids can both enjoy, because you absolutely deserve to embrace your inner child and get involved in the fun! You can even use it on cooler days sans water for all-seasonal sliding.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
As a Mom of Two, These Are the Only Summer Toys I'd Ever Recommend
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Already looking at the clock and wondering why the time is ticking by so slowly? Summer can be a joyous season, filled with outdoor activities, family picnics, and weekend getaways, but it can also be draining for parents. Why not set yourself up for success by filling your cart with a few worthwhile toys? As a mother of two, I've absolutely been guilty of buying cheap toys with same-day delivery just to give the kids something to do, only to have those toys lose their luster (or worse, break) after a few hours. The following toys do not fall into that category! These toys are meant for long days at the beach, sunny afternoons in the yard, and late nights waiting up for fireworks. From travel toys that'll have your kids so occupied they'll forget to ask, "Are we there yet?" to playhouses that'll have siblings play like a nice little family to old-school family games, these toys are the best of the cozy coupes from Little Tikes are a time-honored classic. There are so many variations – Fairy, Dinosaur, Ladybug – but toddlers will go nuts for the latest collab: Bluey. This one is inspired by an iconic episode (that my own toddler has memorized), "Grannies." Ages 18 months to 5 years. $89.00 at Dive N' Surprise is new for 2025 and I had my own 6-year-old daughter test it out. This is her review: "This toy is perfect. I like that it's pink. I wouldn't change anything." You heard it here first, folks. Ages 5 and up. $12.99 at and '00s toys are all the rage right now. Lite Brite was great then, and it's even better now because the brand released a Mini Touch version. With no small pieces to keep track of, it's ideal for the car. Ages 6 and up. $20.96 at to get dirty? Peg Perego makes the most reliable ride-on toys for bigger kids. My son is partial to the John Deere Ground Force Tractor, but if you have two kids, I highly recommend the John Deere Gator XUV. It's an investment, but that's what grandparents are for, right? 3 to 8 years. $398.99 at to break out the pressure washer this summer? Your kid will love playing Mom or Dad and "helping out" with their own version. If you really want to earn points, get the Auto Repair Workbench, too. 3 to 8 years. $49.99 at rolling around the blacktop on one of these? They've improved from when we were kids; handtomind added handles so no one's fingers would be in danger of being scraped up. This model comes in three colors: orange (pictured), blue, and green. Ages 4 to 10. $29.99 at has some awesome toys for little kids — check out the Water and Sand Sensory Table — but I'm duly impressed by their kits for older kids. The Automatic Bubble Blower is an instant favorite, but the Chain Reaction Workshop is pretty remarkable, too. Ages 9 to 11. $24.00 at cannot believe how entertaining this little fish is. The battery-operated toy from SwimWays comes in four variations and we love ours so much that we've already ordered a second one. Whether your kids know how to swim or they're still in floaties, they'll love following this little guy around the pool. Ages 5 and up. $14.99 at truly nothing more delightful than watching my 3-year-old diligently try to hack through our trees with this fake chainsaw. It's our favorite of Red Toolbox's Stanley Jr. line, which also includes a hedge trimmer, a leaf blower (complete with fake leaves), and a weed whacker. Pro tip: Get your kid the leaf blower so they can cool you off at the pool. Ages 3 and up. $41.99 at a toddler who won't go anywhere without a doll? Get them a doll that's meant to get wet as a summer companion. The Splash and Play Seahorse Doll from Madame Alexander was built to withstand long hours in chlorinated waters and even comes with her own terrycloth robe. Ages 2 and up. $50.65 at a builder on your hands? Go all-out with a mega set from Playmobil. This RV-themed kit will keep them busy for hours, but if the price tag is too steep, opt for the camping set. Ages 4 and up. $118.99 at you're headed to a backyard barbecue, bring this two-in-one toy that'll distract the kids while you have a second cheeseburger. They can jump to the music then try the ring toss game once they're exhausted. Ages 4 and up. $26.95 at love just about any craft kit from Made By Me. The materials are a really good quality for the price (most are under $12) and the kids end up making something we actually want to display. Window art is my pick for the summertime, but you can't go wrong with rock art or sand art. Ages 6 and up. $9.97 at toy companies will never stop introducing new substances to muck up our carpets, will they? If your kids like slime and kinetic sand, they'll love Slimy Sand. Grab a kit with molds or just buy a bucket of the stuff. Ages 3 and up. $22.99 at only is this a fun and easy craft for the summer, it'll make a great gift for the grandparents! You can also use it for pets, just make sure you wipe Fido's paw before he goes inside. No age listed. $9.99 at the mini-me who follows you everywhere, might I suggest an itty-bitty barbecue set? This one comes with everything they need to make a delicious wooden meal. (My kids are also big on the ice cream counter.) Ages 3 and up. $15.39 at cannot over-exaggerate how much kids love stuff that glows in the dark. They can use these magnetic tiles in their room after the sun goes down, in a camping tent, or shut up alone in their closet. (Is that just a my-kids thing?) Ages 3 and up. $26.49 at have to venture outside of Amazon for these water blasters but trust me when I say it's worth it. I'd never seen battery-powered water blasters before, and my kids went absolutely feral over them. They shoot water with barely any pressure on the trigger, light up, and are easy to refill. Ages 6 and up. $24.99 at art is a big trend for little kids and mine prefer these Color Wonder books. Unlike books that come with water pens to color in pages, the kids get to chose colors themselves. These are great for the car and we also frequently bring them as a restaurant activity. Ages 3 and up. $8.58 at you have a big kid or a teen with an affinity for sports, grab a glowing ball for late-night fun. MindWare has both this football, which comes with a tee, and a basketball, which comes with a strip of solar-powered lights for the rim of your hoop. Ages 5 and up. $34.95 at still reigns supreme in the sandbox. These heavy-duty toys will last for years, especially the Steel Classics series. The dump truck is fun and durable, but my 3-year-old also loves the monster truck version. Ages 3 and up. $24.99 at is the industry standard for inflatable pools, so even if this dino-themed option isn't your jam, they have a pool for you. Octopus pool? Got it. Rainbow pool? Got it. Simple above-ground pool? Got it. Ages 2 and up. $86.99 at bag is all you need for a full—and I do mean full—day at the beach with a toddler. Literally they just want to play with water and sand. That's it. 18 months and up. $21.55 at Hydro Lacrosse set from SwimWays is perfect for families with older kids and adults who want to play together. It's meant for the pool (or beach), but you can also play with them on land. And for $15, you could do a whole lot worse. In some restaurants, a side of avocado is $15. Ages 5 and up. $15.00 at love binoculars. Save your Nocs and give them a pair meant just for kids: the GeoSafari Jr. Kidnoculars from Educational Insights. These have tens of thousands of positive reviews from parents, and I can attest that my kids fight over them every year. Ages 3 and up. $14.99 at you have a toddler and you're headed into warm weather, you need a water table. It's not a suggestion; it's a requirement. These tables will keep their hands busy, encourage standing, and get them familiar with basic laws of gravity. This one is slightly larger, so it's perfect for households with more than one kid. Ages 18 months and up. $79.99 at bouncy ball: so simple, so perfect. Name a kid that doesn't like one of these things. I'll wait. Ages 4 to 8. $18.88 at big fans of Step2's play structures in our household. They can get pricey, but this sports-themed option will keep toddlers entertained for hours. If you do feel like spoiling your kids, I highly recommend this camper-themed playhouse. Ages 2 to 6. $114.99 at ropes are a childhood staple, but not all jump ropes are created equal. This beaded version is shatterproof, comes in three lengths and three color options, and has top-notch reviews. It's a terrific way to burn some energy (and calories) if you are looking to up your own exercise game this summer, too! No age listed. $14.97 at may want to steal this Koosh playset from your kids. It comes with two paddles but you can also just challenge yourself to bounce the Koosh solo — major '90s vibes. Ages 4 and up. $21.99 at the joy of running up to a slippery slide and coasting down into a puddle. Back in my day, we just scorched out bellies. Your kids will have the benefit of using inflatable boards! This popular option comes in several colors and two lengths. No age listed. $29.99 at Flyer's ramp-car-combo is an investment, but we're on year three of this being the most popular toy in our backyard. Every kid who comes over for a playdate inevitably ends up on this thing. It's especially cool if you have a slight downhill slope — that way they really gain some speed. Ages 3 and up. $119.99 at some point, you will have an indoor day. Maybe the weather is crappy or just don't don't feel like a visit to the park, whatever the reason, you need an indoor toy. Get a set of tunnels, a bag of balls, and never look back. No age listed. $59.99 at all the gifts my daughter received for her birthday, this is the one she wanted to try first. It's shockingly easy to make these things and requires very little parental setup. We are now the proud owners (parents?) of an entire aquarium of slimy creatures. Ages 6 and up. $24.99 at 3-year-old son was always trying to steal his sister's Kinetic Sand — she has the ice cream kit — so we got him this cool folding sandbox. The guy loves it. It's may not be as colorful as the other kits, but it's just perfect for a toddler who loves trucks. Ages 3 and up. $22.49 at You Might Also Like 70 Impressive Tiny Houses That Maximize Function and Style 30+ Paint Colors That Will Instantly Transform Your Kitchen
