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Must Have Kid Tested and Mom Approved Essentials for Fun and Arts and Crafts Play
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items These are games, toys, electronics, and crafts that have been fun and memorable at our house. Instead of sitting in a toy bin, these were favorites! Love finding something new for the kids. Don't miss out on these creative finds and finds for all the...
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Indoor and Outdoor Toy Favorites the Kids have Loved
Arts and Crafts
Indoor and Outdoor Toy Favorites the Kids have Loved
These are toys and games both indoor and outdoor that have been lots of fun and easy to buy and use. I personally recommend these.
We had to add this to our collection of basketballs. You can never have too much variety, and we love the luminous glow this one gives at night.
Wilson 29.5" Luminous Glow Basketball: Outdoor Rubber Sports Ball
It is amazing to get energy out with not too much noise. Good for indoors and outdoors. Easy to move between the two. Lots of laughter. Would recommend!
Seesaw Teeter Totter for Kids 3-8, 360° Spin
Even though these are pickle balls, my kids love using them as a whiffle ball at night with the plastic bat. So much fun that they glow in the dark.
Franklin Sports Glow in the Dark Pickleballs - 3pk: Polyester Shell, All Ages
This game has been fun for our kids. They enjoy the choices on the cards. This game gets lots of giggles going from the choices made and guessing them.
QUOKKA What Would You Choose Card Game
The memes are funny and relatable for school-age children. Quick and fun family game.
WHAT DO YOU MEME? Family Edition - Kids 8+
This game is lots of fun and cute to boot. Easy to understand for younger kids. This is a new addition, love it, and would buy again.
Tongues Out! Squishy Preschool Game by Blue Orange
What makes this one stand out is the 3 different settings for the pitch (10mph, 15mph, 20mph). It shoots the ball every 7 seconds and has 3 different angle options. It also holds up to 9 balls. My son also favored this one because the balls look more...
Franklin Sports MLB Power Pitching Machine | Wayfair
Truly silent! I originally thought this wouldn't work. It is, even when thrown at the wall. Great for inside or rainy days.
Silent Basketball Official Size 29.5
This one isn't as popular at our house as the Silent Basketball. I think this is only because of limited throwing heights/angles for it to come back. But it does work and it silent.
Supreme Silent Football - Official
Adjust to light up when a score is made or choose a color setting. Surprisingly bright and makes playing in the evening a lot funner!
Brightz HoopBrightz LED Basketball Hoop Light – Motion Activated, Color Changing
We bought this because we liked the Hoop Brightz, which is a similar item for the basketball hoop rim. These were also just as satisfying and fun. They are bright and have lots of color options. Color Morphing, Color Select, or Color Jump. Based on w...
Brightz Bounce LED Trampoline Light Kit with 3 Modes
Love that this lights up around the center pieces rather than the other way around. It makes it light up more and makes it easier to see at night. It's fun during the day or at night. Great additional to our outdoor toys!
Light-Up Soccer Ball Glow in the Dark – Cool Gifts for Boys & Girls Ages 8-15
Super fun ball! It is easy to air up and keeps the air for a long time. It is lightweight and easy to take on the go. It being lightweight makes it easy to kick, throw, etc. The fabric does not dirty easily and can be easily sprayed off to air dry.
NERF Mega Ball 20-Inch: Giant Outdoor Kickball, Soccer, Dodgeball – Backyard Games & Lawn Toy
This is similar to the Wii, but I love this slightly more because no remotes are required during actual play. It has different levels and types of games from Bluey, Care Bears, basketball, bowling, dancing, workouts, and more. It is easy to set up. ...
Nex Playground - The Active Play System: Wi-Fi, HDMI, Remote Control, Aqua Blue
Weather resistant and easy to clean. Great fun. Easy to hang and easy for the kids to play with. Easy for them to get on and off, easy for them to push/pull each other on the swing and get it going. Love the colors, with the different material in the...
Costway 40'' Flying Saucer Tree Swing Indoor Outdoor Play Set Swing for Kids Colorful
This is our second Radio Flyer wagon. We have the classic and then this one. This is a must-have for the kids. It is great for the park, sports/extra curricular activies, trips to the zoo or trips in general. It has so much functionality, and the use...
Radio Flyer Folding All Terrain Venture Kid and Cargo Stroller Wagon: Steel & Polyester Frame
Originally bought this for my daughter's tumbling practice for home use. It is durable and easy to clean. It is lightweight to fold, and the design makes it easy to store. We have also used this to build a fort and as a surface for crafts or games.
Costway 8' x 4' x 2'' Folding Gymnastics Mat Tumbling Exercise PU Leather Cover for Yoga Blue
My kids enjoy the pretend food sets, and this one was one of the favorites because they like Subway. It has lots of pieces to make different sandwiches, which keeps it different for repeat play. The play money let's them count and try to work that ou...
Subway Sandwich Playset (24 Piece Set) - Walmart.com
This was a great find and not too expensive. The working drink dispenser and speaker are two of the coolest parts. The kids love the working drink dispenser. It is a great additional to the sandwich set, which makes it seem like a whole Subway line c...
Subway Mini Store Playset (29 Pieces) - Walmart.com
I got this tablet as it had parental controls and games we could play together thru the Amazon Family account. The screen is large, and the Amazon Kids subscription has lots of educational games. They can also call the members on the family account v...
Amazon Fire HD 10" 32GB Kids Pro Tablet (2023 Release) - Happy Day
This game is fun to watch the younger kids try not to laugh thru the charades. Good game to get some of that energy out.
BRAVEBUG You Laugh You Lose Game - Kids & Teens
Unearth hours of construction equipment fun! Dig It UP! Truck Discovery lets you excavate your very own construction site complete with six construction treasures, including trucking equipment and essential safety signs. Once the pieces have been dug...
Dump Truck Floor Puzzle & Dig it Up! Discovery with FREE Gift | MindWare
Puzzles are a fun challenge that make for an amazing display piece once completed. Puzzles are a fun activity to do alone or in a group, and make a great gift for all ages at birthdays and holidays!
3 in 1 Jigsaw Puzzle Pack 300, 100 and 48 Pieces | Oriental Trading
The Rainbow Magic Puzzle Ball with Light is a great way to keep the whole family entertained. Simply shake the ball to activate the lights, then move the colored circles to the correct position to complete the puzzle. With its compact size, this puzz...
Rainbow Magic Puzzle Ball with Light
Build Your Own Glowing Marble Coaster Hairpin turns! Loop-de-loops! Glow-in-the-dark tracks! You don’t need an amusement park ticket for the coolest new coaster—you can build it right in your living room. A modern take on classic marble ...
Build Your Own Glowing Marble Coaster
Free from 3,000+ banned ingredients and meets our EU-informed standards.
Expertly crafted from sustainably sourced, PEFC-certified beech wood.
Coated in non-toxic, water-based lacquers for safe exploration.
Elastic threading allows for easy grip and...
Magica Wooden Clutching Toy
What’s that movie, you know, the one where a goose suddenly dies and it makes everyone really depressed? Keep thinking, you'll get it.* This laugh-out-loud party game challenges you to identify films from hilariously bad descriptions that make comedy...
Poorly Explained Movies Game - Uncommon Goods
Arts and Crafts
I love that most these options are usable for more than once! It makes it super efficient to be able to have multiple art and craft times off of one purchase.
This was a lot of fun and it was nice that it had sports charms. We enjoy that it makes keychains rather than bracelets. The variety and amount of beads are great. The kids liked that this kit included the glow in the dark beads.
VvLons Bead Keychain Kit with Glow Stars
Paint your own piggy bank. The piggy bank is a classic, and it is so fun for them to be able to paint their own. This is a great craft and also a great gift idea for kids. Recommend getting a few extra paint colors for creativity and options.
Paint-Your-Own Piggy Bank Craft Kit - Mondo Llama™: Ceramic Painting Coin Bank for Kids, Includes Paints & Brushes
I had these as a kid and was surprised they are still around! This set comes with a carrying case that holds both the markers and the included activity book. The colors are vibrant, and they are easy to use even for younger children. They are washabl...
Dot Markers Art Activity Kit – Chuckle & Roar
Slime doesn't get old as a craft activity for my kids. I like the bucket because we can use it more than once or one time for a longer period. The add-ins are always the fun part. The kids like being able to pick and choose which one they're going to...
Elmer's Gue 3lb Glassy Clear Deluxe Premade Slime Kit with Mix-Ins: Sensory Development, Storage Container, Ages 3+
This is a great beginner or travel stencil set. I love that it all comes in a convenient carrying case that can hold additional paper or bought stencils. Great value for what it comes with.
20pc Super Sketches Stencil Set - Mondo Llama™
This craft activity was a must try. It's so cute to see what the kids create. Love the amount of options and colors. Easy to use, would purchase again.
QANIY Magic Water Elf Toy Kit with 20 Gels & 24 Molds
This is so fun! Love that these have a surprise inside, unlike other traditional bath bombs. Would purchase again.
Bath Bombs for Kids 24 Pack with Toys
This squeegee art set is a big hit with the kids and it's on sale/clearance.
Squeegee Art Kids Paint Kit, 35 Pieces DIY Rainbow Scratch Art ...
This Little Tikes ice cream kit with play sand is the cutest thing ever. The little ones loved it. Perfect for backyard fun and crafting their own ice cream masterpiece
Little Tikes Creative Chefs Ice Cream Kit with Make-It Mix Play Sand, 20 Accessories, Realistic Pretend Play Set, Boys, Girls, Ages 3+
So many cute stickers.
Diary Sticker Seoul Planner Decoration Sticker / Seoul
You can never have too many stickers
Sandylion Surprise Pack - you choose how many!
Kids love glow sand painting
Klever Kits Glow Sand Painting, Glow-in-the-Dark Sand Art & Craft Kit for Kids, Birthday Gifts for Girls Ages 5+
Amazon is a MUST for kids crafts. Especially if you want to shop from home, we can always find what we need from Amazon!!
Amazon.com: Kids Crafts
Kohls has lots of really great art & crafts kits for kids!
Kids' Arts & Crafts - Slime, Craft Kits, Easels & More | Kohl's