Every summer I find myself looking for ways to get the kids outside and away from screens. These are the outdoor toys, games, and activities my girls actually use throughout summer break. Some help burn off energy, some encourage creativity, and a fe...
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Active Play
Creative & Imaginative Play
Outdoor Adventures
Backyard Hangouts
Active Play
My girls can spend forever playing with these in the backyard. I love that we don’t have tiny balloon pieces everywhere after.
Bunch O Balloons Reusable Water Balloons 18 Pack
This makes summer nights outside way more fun for them and their friends.
Redux Glow in The Dark Capture The Flag Game
This is one of those things that gets used almost daily once the weather gets nice, especially in the evenings.
Micro Kickboard Maxi Foldable LED Kids Scooter
Always a favorite once it gets warm out. Easy way to burn energy outside.
XSHOT Water Fast-Fill Medium Blaster 2 Pack
They love practicing outside and it gives them something active to do besides asking for screens.
Chicago Skates Glitzy Kids Adjustable Roller Skates
This comes out almost every time friends are over. It gets everyone moving without needing a ton of space.
Franklin Sports Outdoor Badminton Net Set
This is really good for kids who get bored easily and need constant movement.
Slackers Ninjaline 36' Kit w/ 7 Attachments
This is fun when the whole family is outside. We don't always keep score, but it's an easy way to get everyone moving.
Water Volleyball Inner Tube - Sun Squad™ Pink/Ornage/Green
Creative & Imaginative Play
They love taking photos of random summer moments and hanging onto the little prints.
kiimento Instant Print Digital Camera P2 Mint
Keeps the kids busy and somehow turns the whole driveway into a project.
My girls love bringing these outside and sitting together making bracelets for hours.
Grow Creative Kumi Wheel Kumihimo Bracelet Kit
A fun way to get them involved outside instead of just sitting around bored.
Modern Sprout Color Grow Kits (4 Pack)
Outdoor Adventures
They love pretending they’re on little adventures around the yard or talking to each other from different rooms outside.
Inspireyes Kids Walkie Talkies 4 Pack
This surprisingly keeps them entertained for a long time because they think every beep is treasure.
National Geographic Kids Metal Detector Kit
My girls bring these on nature walks and end up noticing things they would normally walk right past.
Hontry 10x25 Compact Binoculars for Adults & Kids
My girls love seeing what little bugs and critters they can find around the yard. It's a simple way to turn a regular afternoon outside into an adventure.
National Geographic Bug Catcher Kit for Kids
Backyard Hangouts
Such a cozy little spot for them to relax outside after running around all day.
