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Summer fun for kids at home!
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items Kids aren’t going to camp? Create a camp experience at home! We have lots of medical appointments and things going on this summer but we have all of these items to create fun, right in our own backyard! We also get out with friends and go on fun outi...
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Water items!
Summer Crafts!
Backyard fun!
Ride on toys!
Fun places to visit!
Fun, games and food!
Water items!
Floats for the whole family! These are easy to inflate and work really well for kids and adults alike!
SwimWays Spring Float Premium Papasan Lounger
Great for kids and dogs. Our dogs absolutely love this thing and our kids love running through it with them. It’s the perfect way to keep everyone cool this summer!
Instraella 110'' Non-Slip Splash Pad Mat
Commercial grade water slide at a great price point! We have 2 commercial slides and this one was half the price of our other one. The quality is the same and this will last years! Our kids are 8 and 11 and they have a blast on this!
21FT Tropical Inflatable Water Slide with Pool
My kids prefer pool toys that float vs sink, so these figures are a winner!
SwimWays DC Batman Floatin' Figures Toy
Anyone else have minions obsessed kids? They love these little diving toys for the pool. They were actually a gift from a friend for my son’s birthday!
BigMouth Minions Dive Toys 3 Pack Set
Minecraft + Summer fun = 🤗
Nerf Super Soaker Minecraft Axolotl Water Blaster
These are my kids go to goggles and if you have kids with sensitive eyes too, I can’t recommend them enough. They’re adjustable and really comfortable!
EverSport Kids Swim Goggles 2 Pack Age 8-16
This is really fun and as much as I wish the reusable water balloons could compete, they just don’t.
Bunch O Balloons Tropical Party Slingshot & 100+ Rapid-Filling Self-Sealing Water Balloons for Kids, Teens & Adults Ages 6 + by ZURU
H2Ogo slides have the highest weight limit for non commercial grade slides! We had this slide for 4 years and my kids loved it! I would recommend for ages 4-10.
Bestway H2OGO! Turbo Splash Zone Inflatable Water Park with Soak Bucket
Fun alternative to water balloons! Make sure you let them dry after use because they can get smelly.
Chuckle & Roar Reusable Sponge Balls Soak & Toss Fun for Children Ages 3+, by Buffalo Games
With the new movie out, this looks like the perfect addition to summer!
Toy Story Alien 4-Foot Inflatable Sprinkler for Kids Ages 3 & Up
These are really fun with a group of friends! They’re inexpensive and work really well. My kids use them at the pool and in our water slides!
Max Liquidator 6-Pack Water Blaster Set
Summer Crafts!
I used to make these at camp! Great summer activity with the kids!
Funtopia Shrinking Art Sheets Kit, 75 Pre-Cut
I’m going to be honest…I hate these. My kids love them. 😂 The process is actually pretty easy, it’s just a mess!
Aqua Fairy Water Gel Kit for Kids - DIY Squishy Pets
This brings me back to my childhood! Who else made lanyard crafts at camp back in the day?
Lanyard String 20 Rolls 1200ft Kit with 52 Keychain Accessories
This is such a fun summer craft that requires kids to make patterns and think through their designs. It’s also great for fine motor skills!
Eenua Pony Bead Pets Keychain Kit 1800 Beads
We have a big garden outside but the kids like to do some inside too!
Root Viewer - Growing Kit for Kids - Science Toy & Craft Kit - Gift for Kids
This takes me back to my childhood! Who else made sand art? My kids love everything sand to my dismay but this one I can get behind. 😂
Toymingle Super Sand Art Kit - Design 10 Glow & Sparkle Bottles, Ages 6+
These can be a pain to put together but they keep kids busy for a while! Get some crayons or markers to go with and you’re all set!
Summer Craft Ice Cream Truck Fort - Mondo Llama™
Kiwi products are the best! I didn’t realize they have a line at target now!
KiwiCo Color Mix & Match Wooden Toy Activity Play Center 24m+ - 23pc
We just decided to make dream catchers! I remember making them as a kid and I think my kids will love them!
5" Dreamcatcher Kit by ArtMinds™ | Michaels
Fun summer chalk set! The accessories make basic chalk a real activity!
Play Day 90-Piece Multicolor Sidewalk Chalk Set with Stencils and Tools
Tie dye fun! We love making our own 4th of July shirts and other designs for the rest of the year. Can be used on all kinds of items. We’ve done t shirts and hats!
Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit Party for 5, 15 Bottles
We do this every year and it’s so cool! 🦋
Butterfly Garden® With Live Cup of Caterpillars™
Backyard fun!
This play gym is the best because it has high weight limits and really grows with kids! We love it and our kids do too! It’s modular so you can start smaller and add on as you go. We have this exact set plus the monkey bars.
ActivPlay Base Camp Playground + Hanging Bridge | Wayfair
This was a huge hit when my kids were little! It’s big enough to play but not so overwhelming like a sand box if you don’t want sand all over your entire house. 🫠
Little Tikes Big Digger Sandbox, White
If you don’t have room or the budget for a bigger swing set, we had this one at our old house and it was great!
Sportspower Outdoor Rosemead Metal Swing Set with Lifetime Warranty on 6' Double Wall Slide & Reviews | Wayfair
This one is pricey but it has lasted us years! The weight limit is 75lbs and it’s very sturdy. Our kids loved this ride and we definitely got our money’s worth.
Step2 Extreme Coaster Outdoor Kids Ride On Roller Coaster & Reviews | Wayfair
Our hammock is sold out but this one is really close! Our kids love it and so do we! The weight limit is really high and it’s very good quality and comfortable.
Garvee 2 Person Double Hammock with Stand
We have this in our backyard in addition to our bigger swing set and my kids (and dogs) love it!
VEVOR 40-IN Swing Sets 440 LBs Capacity Multiple colors/finishes Plastic and Metal Belt Swing
My kids best friend had this climbing dome and they’re always asking us to get one. This is the only one I’d get because the quality is SO good.
Lifetime 5 ft Earth Tone Dome Climber from Lifetime
We have the small version of this but we might need to upgrade!
What Do You Meme? Tower Stack Giant Game
Projector for indoor or outdoor movie night! We love ours!
PANSEBA Smart Mini Projector 1080P HD 5G WiFi
Projector screen for indoors or out!
Outdoor Projector Screen with Stand, 100 Inch Portable Foldable HD Movie Screen Double Sided Wrinkle-Free Projection Screen with Carry Bag for Backyard Night
Our kids love to get involved in the gardening and outside chores!
DT 6 Pairs Garden Gloves, Latex Coated, M
Keep those bugs away from the backyard!
OnBeam Solar Bug Zapper 4500V Waterproof
Ride on toys!
My kids LOVED these for years! They move around by wiggling the wheel and they’re really fun to spin around and drive!
Lil' Rider Wiggle Car Toddler Ride on Toy with no Pedals Just Twist, Wiggle, and Go by Lil’ Rider & Reviews | Wayfair
We have 2 of these and they’re great! Very sturdy, high quality and I’ve even tried it out myself! They’re awesome!
WAYPLUS KS1 Kick Scooter, Foldable, 8IN Wheels
These are so much fun! We have 2! The kids love to spin and drive around with them and it’s nice because they don’t require the same coordination as a bike.
Razor Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Kart: Steel Frame, 150 lbs
Fun places to visit!
Go see a movie this summer! Toy Story 5 was SO good! Minions and monsters is coming out July 1! Lots of theaters also show older run movies for a few dollars in the summer.
Cinemark Theatres | Movie Times, Tickets, Cinemark Locations Near ...
Top golf is fun for the whole family! My kids love playing the angry birds version and they also really enjoy their menu! Go with friends or just with your kids and it’s an afternoon or evening of fun!
Come Play Around | Golf, Party Venue, Sports Bar & Restaurant | Topgolf
This isn’t the Chuck E. Cheese’s you remember as a kid! Their arcades and everything else has been updated and they’re really nice! The perfect spot to check out on a hot day.
Chuck E. Cheese | Kids Birthday Parties, Arcade Games & Pizza
Bowling is a great activity for the entire family and is especially enjoyable on days when the summer heat is blazing! Nice a/c, family fun and yummy snacks!
Bowelro
Fun, games and food!
We had this see saw a few years ago and it’s great quality! It spins in a circle and goes up and down.
SpiroSpin - - Fat Brain Toys
We love koosh products and this is no exception! We also have the koosh tennis!
Koosh Kornhole Toy Sports Sets: 3 Years & Up, Plastic, Hasbro Licensed
This is always a hit with the kids! It really works and makes the coolest, biggest bubbles!
WOWmazing Giant Bubble Wands Kit (4-Piece Set)
So much fun! We love this even more than the regular size game and it’s fun to play outside with friends!
Costway 4-in-A Row Giant Game Set w/Basketball Hoop for Family Blue
Friends of ours have this and we’ve been thinking about getting it. It’s so much fun!
ZPLIN Axe Throwing Game for Backyard Set 16 Darts Suitable for 2 to 4 Players Indoor Game
Have fun and put them to work! Perfect for a fun day outside and to use during water play!
Kids Car Wash Kit - 7 Accessories for Ages 5-10
We have this in our basement and the kids love to play in it! They wanted a “cave” and this was the closest thing we could find.
Bed Tent for Kids & Adults, Blackout, Twin
Beamo’s are elite! Want a frisbee that flies? This is the one! Every time we bring it to the park to play with friends, they beg their parents to get one!
Toysmith Get Outside GO! Beamo Flying Hoop (20-Inch, Assorted Colors), 20 flying hoop is easy to throw, fun to catch By Brand Toysmith
We make so many s’mores in the summer, we need this!!
Jet-Puffed Lighted Smores Caddy, Marshmallow Roasting and Smores Making Kit for Camping and Backyard Bonfires
DIY popsicles are always fun!
Silicone Popsicle Molds 10 Pcs with Sticks & Brush
We’ve had this for a few years and it’s great! Still going strong and perfect for those summer smoothies!
Ninja Foodi Smoothie Bowl Maker and Nutrient Extractor* 1200WP ...
I got the graphics for a Christmas movie night from this seller and they were perfect! This would be cute for summer!
Retro Drive-In Movie Party Backdrop Sign Printable - outdoor movie birthday party, drive-in movie party, kids birthday, movie night sign
Take movie night to the next level!
Vibrant Red Small Popcorn Paper Boxes (8 Pack)
We love these rockets but ours don’t light up! How cool is that?!
National Geographic Light Up Air Rockets Set for Kids 8 Years and up
Perfect for at home movie nights!
Presto 04869 PopLite Hot Air Popper Popcorn Maker for Home Kitchen, 18 Cups
Does anyone else have kids who talk about farts and poop all day long? 😆
Fart Yoga Electronic Games
My kids used these at OT but they’re really fun for home too!
Squigz - Best Bath Toys for Ages 3 to 6
This game is new and if my kids were younger they would have totally been into this!
Toysmith Chasing Fireflies Kids Game - Shine & Seek
Necessities
We just got these beach towels this year and I’m obsessed with them! They’re so fun! They’re soft nice quality and a great price.
Mainstays Kids Cotton Blend Beach Towel, 30 x 60 Inches, Neon Smiles
The only sunscreen that works for my kids with super sensitive skin!
Babyganics Sunscreen Spray 50 SPF, 6oz
My kids FAVORITE summer clogs. They don’t like the feel of the crocs bumps but they love these.
Rugged Shark Toddler & Big Boys Eva Clogs - Walmart.com
The best water bottles on the market! These keep drinks cold and on ice the entire day! There are days where I forget to empty them and the next morning they still have ice!
Owala Kids FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Bottle 16oz
Does anyone else have kids with super sensitive skin? Sunscreen is great but if your kid needs a little extra protection, these are my favorite because they fully cover their neck too. They dry fast when they get wet and they’re super light weight!
Kids Sun Hat with Neck Flap UPF 50+ Adjustable
Our favorite adult sunscreen!
Banana Boat Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Spray SPF 50, Adult Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Spray, 6 oz