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Beat the Heat- Summer Essentials

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Anyone else feel like this summer is a never ending heat wave? I found some great summer essentials to help you and your littles beat the heat.
 
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ALWAYS need water. These are very cute, stainless steel with multiple designs.
12oz Shark Water Bottle - Sun Squad™
 
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These are great little activities to keep the older kids entertained. My toddler also tried participating!
Summer Bridge Activities Summer Bridge Essentials Backpack, Grade 1-2
 
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This is a set I use for my toddler and he loves them. Also, a great way to keep him a way from the TV if mama needs a break from outside!
Summer Bridge Activities Summer Bridge Essentials Backpack, Grade K-1
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We don't have a pool but I put these in little storage containers full of water and freeze them over night. Then in the afternoon my son will use water to melt the ice away and find the surprises.
Blue Panda 12 Pack Pool Diving Rings for Kids' Birthday Party, Summer Outdoor Essentials, Multicolored, 6 in
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Kate profile picture
Who else remembers these growing up? Still a great way to beat the heat.
Blue Panda 48 Piece Packable Beach Toys, Pool Party Essentials, Summer Fun Supplies, Multicolored
 
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Mama and Dad need their cups too, these keep the bugs out as a bonus!
12oz Insulated Travel Tumbler - Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia
 
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I know we are talking about beating the heat but this thing *chef kiss* is amazing during those cooler camping nights!
Tirrinia Outdoors Waterproof Throw Blanket, Fleece Stadium Windproof Mat for Traveling, Camping, Hiking, Picnic, Football - Machine Washable
 
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I set this up outside for my son, endless entertainment!
Costway 3 in 1 Kids Climbing Ladder Set 2 Triangle Climbers w/Ramp for Sliding & Climbing
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I loved that this came with a re-useable bag.
Kids' Splash Bombs Pool Party 7pc - Sun Squad™
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My son and his cousins loved these silly little things! They sink to the bottom of the tub or pool so the bigger kids can dive for them.
Octopus Water Balls - Exciting Pool Toys for Kids Ages 3-12, Floating Pool Diving Toys, Sensory Octopus, Rubber Bath Toys for Summer Fun
 
Kate profile picture
These are very cute and provide lots of entertainment, I just make sure to drain the excess water out of them after each use.
Wind-Up Water Toys - Sun Squad™
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I thought these things were so weird when we got them but they are actually really cool! Much quicker to fill up then the water balloons.
Chuckle & Roar Kids' Reusable Sponge Balls - 16pk
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We got this when we visited a friend with a pool and it was a lot fun! Even the kids played!
Swimline 16" Swimming Pool Paddle Pong Game Set - Green/Red
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These were a great hit for all the kids!
Zone Tech Fireboat Squirter Inflatable Pool Toy and Inflatable Patrol Boat Pool for Kids Cool Retro Style for Beach Ocean Pool Lake Extra Floatie
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My son uses these all the time!! And bonus they are super easy to store away!
SYNCFUN 3 Packs Multi Purpose Foldable Sand Bucket with Shovels & Mesh Bag for Beach, Camping Gear, Beach Party, Fishing, and Fun Summer Activities
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I used these in my frozen treasure box for my son, bonus they are diving toys if you have a pool!
Fun Little Toys 34 PCS Diving Pool Toys
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This is a great way to beat the heat for all ages!
SYNCFUN 60” Inflatable Sprinkler Kiddie Pool with Slide, Sprinkler Pool Play Center Toy for Kids Toddlers Seasonal Merriment Activity
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Great for any size yard!
SKONYON Inflatable Water Slide Park Kids Bounce House Splash Water Pool with Inflating Blower 350W Outdoor Activity Center
 
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This thing was so much fun at the family reunion!!
Sunny & Fun Inflatable Kids Backyard Double Water Slide Park with Pool
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We went to a summer event with one of these and WOW this thing was fun!!
Sunny & Fun Inflatable Kids Backyard Water Slide Park w/Slides & Pool
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