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Kids Summer Fun
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items Keep kids busy playing and exploring the outdoors throughout the summer.
Sections
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Water play
Science
Outdoor play
Water play
A water table is one of those purchases that is worth every penny and more. We have had this water table for 3 years, and it is still in great shape. A water table will keep young kids (and even not so young kids) entertained outside for a long time....
Step2 Rain Showers Splash Pond Water Table
An easy way to add to water table fun.
Dinosaur Battery Water Table Pump - Cordless, Rechargeable, Outdoor Kids Play
Protect your water table from the elements when not in use to keep it clean and in good shape for as long as possible.
Kids Water Table Cover Waterproof Dustproof
A must-have for the water table. Great way to build fine motor skills.
(Keep an eye on younger kids. These do come apart and could be a choking hazard)
HiMo 10 Pack 5ml Silicone Liquid Pipettes
Science
We had an ant farm last year. My kids were fascinated with watching the ants tunnel and eat.
Ant Farm Live Ants Sand Colony Kit Kids
We raise butterflies nearly every summer. It's one of our favorite things. Each year, my kids have new questions and make new observations. We love watching them emerge from their chrysalis and keeping them for a couple of days before finally releasi...
Insect Lore Butterfly Garden with 10 Caterpillars
Outdoor play
My 3 year old had so much fun with this last summer. It was one of his favorite outdoor toys.
Lydaz Bubble Lawn Mower for Toddlers 1-3
Bought these to go with our mini basketball hoop, and they're perfect!
Iyoyo Mini Basketball Set - 5 Pack 6" Balls with Pump & Hoop
Give your kid a stopwatch and watch them start timing EVERYTHING. How fast can they run around the block, get through an obstacle course, teach the dog a new trick, set up a fort, build a tower...? The list goes on and on.
Silent Digital Stopwatch Timer for Teachers & Kids
This is a great little drone, with a price tag that won't break the bank. My son has spent a ton of time flying this thing around. It's small enough that it can fly indoors and out. Not heavy enough to withstand wind, though, so keep it inside on win...
Holy Stone HS190 Foldable Mini RC Drone for Kids
Is there anything more fun than walkie talkies on a summer day? My kids play with these all the time. Secret missions, superheroes, Star Wars, and countless other games. They are also great to take on a hike or camping trip for easy communication.
FAYOGOO 4 Pack Kids Walkie Talkies 2 Miles
Sidewalk chalk is a must-have for summer. Draw fun pictures; make a hopscotch; practice math or spelling; draw a picture and wash it away with spray bottles or scrub brushes from the dollar store (my kids' current favorite); write encouraging message...
Kid Made Modern Non Toxic Sidewalk Chalk (24)