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For Future Astronauts
lakebyin Rocket Launcher for Kids

This thing is just so darn cool. It’s a battery-operated, rechargeable rocket launcher with a built-in parachute for a soft landing. This thing is more accurate than anything SpaceX has made, and we’re here for it. It launches up to 140 feet, and you can use it 40 times before it needs recharging.
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For Daredevils
Dripex Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course for Kids

If your kids are wannabe ninjas, this is the set for them. It’s just complex enough, featuring two 50-foot slacklines, climb rings, rope ladders, and plenty of hoods and swings to set up a killer obstacle course.
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For Sensory Learning
Step2 Step2 Cascading Cove Sand & Water Table
Sand and water tables like this one from Step2 keeps kids occupied for hours. Set them up with some cool tunes, slather them in sunscreen, and let them play. This model happens to have a shade attached for extra comfort and safety.
Key Specs
Age Range | 1.5 years and up |
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Fold Up Fun
Little Tikes Splash Beach Water Table Splash Pad

This beach-themed splash pad will provide hours of water play fun! Attach a hose for spray fountain action and play with the scoop and pour cup, floating submarine, sailboat, octopus, and turtle that come included. Plus, it folds up easily for storage, making it ideal for small spaces or bringing with you to grandma’s house.
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Best Outdoor Playhouse
Step2 Adventure Camper Playhouse
This camper playhouse is so cute that you might even join in on the fun, too. It comes with over 50 fun accessories, is suitable for both indoor and outdoor play, and has enough room for multiple kids to play simultaneously.
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For Littles to Chill
SplashEZ 3-in-1 Sprinkler for Kids
This is a fairly sturdy splash pad with multiple spouts for water spray and plenty of interactive possibilities. This outdoor toy is sure to make your kids’ whole summer just a little bit more fun.
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Multiuse Gem
Step2 Game Time Sports Climber and Slide
Transform your backyard into a play zone for your kids for endless fun and laughter at home. Great for ages 2 to 6, this Step2 slide is a classic all-in-one entertainment center.
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To Get the Wiggles Out
Skywalker Trampolines Trampoline for Kids

Your kids will finally have a place to bounce out all of their built-up energy with this mini backyard trampoline. The built-in zipper door adds an extra layer of safety, as well as an easy entrance and exit. The padded poles even protect your kids as they try to land a Gabby Douglas-style flip!
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An Easy Swing
Wv Wonder View Tree Swing
A modern twist on the classic tire swing, the Wonder View Tree Swing will be your kids’ favorite backyard hangout. Whether your kids want to lay out and look at cloud animals, or swing back and forth until the sun goes down, this tree saucer will quickly beat out your ol’ swing set. It’s also pretty sturdy, holding up to 600 pounds total.
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For Fancy Bubbles
Roberly Big Bubble Wand Toys with Tray

There’s blowing bubbles, and then there’s creating a bubble bonanza. With 15 different pieces, your little one will be able to fill your backyard with floating, iridescent bubbles.
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For Traditional Fun
Iyoyo Seesaw for Kids
Bring the schoolyard playground to your own backyard with a classic seesaw. Made to last, this seesaw has a steel frame with sturdy, easy-to-grip handles for ease of play. The molded seats make the seesaw extra comfy for all-day riding.
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Never Too Young to Learn
G & F Products JustForKids Garden Tool Set
It’s time for your tots to get down and dirty with this perfectly sized kids gardening tool set. Complete with a regular rake, spade, leaf rake, and hoe, your kiddo will basically be Old McDonald.
Made of durable wood and metal, the heads of the tools are expertly attached to the sticks, so your kid doesn’t have to worry about them falling apart while tending to their garden.
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To Have Fun Cooling Off
CHUCHIK Outdoor Water Spray Sprinkler

This may be the coolest sprinkler we’ve ever seen. This fun outdoor toy for kids puts a cool twist on the typical sprinkler. The wiggly colored wands whirl as the base spins, spraying water in every direction. Plop this in the middle of your yard, and your kids will be set for an afternoon of fun!
Key Specs
Age Range | 12 months and up |
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For Junior Dad
Melissa & Doug Sunny Patch Snappy Turtle Lawn Mower
Kids love mimicking their parents, and this snapping turtle mower is the perfect pretend play mower for little ones. It has a storage compartment and place to “fuel up” the little mower, so kids will have a blast playing with it as you do the actual mowing.
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For the Construction-Obsessed Kid
Big Dig Ride-on Working Crane

If your child is totally obsessed with construction-worker tools, then they’ll love this sand-digger seat that levers, pivots, and dumps sand just like on a real site. Whether on the beach or in the sandbox, they’ll love maneuvering this “heavy-duty” construction tool.
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For Little Climbers
Costzon Foldable Wooden Climbing Triangle Ladder

This is a sturdy, stable climbing ladder and slide that you can use outdoors and indoors. It’s easy to assemble, and will last through plenty of stampeding and scurrying thanks to its durable, wooden construction.
Key Specs
Age Range | 18 months and up |
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For Your Future Putter
iPlay, iLearn Kids Golf Toys Set
It’s time to get your kids out on the green to hit their first hole-in-one. This kid-friendly golf set will kickstart a hobby that you and your kiddo can share in the future. With just a step on the pedal, one of the 15 balls will make its way down the chamber for your little golfer to practice their swing.
No matter whether they turn out to be the next Tiger Woods or just a novice player, they will definitely have a blast playing with this fun outdoor toy.
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A Classic Toy for Toddlers
Playskool Sit ‘n Spin Classic Spinning Toy

Take your toddler for a twirl with this fun Sit ’n Spin Spinning Toy. Created for your tiny kiddos, this classic toy will have your little one whirling around for hours. Your tot will be able to practice their balancing and coordination, all while having a great time.
Key Specs
Age Range | 12 months and up |
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For Light and Easy Play
University Games Dazzler Ribbon
Let your kids make their own rainbow in the sky with this charming, colorful streamer. They can twirl, twist, and spin to create different, mesmerizing squiggles in the air. Just be prepared for a full-on performance by the end of the day.
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For Competitive Little Ones
Elite Sportz Equipment Ring Toss Yard Game

Ring toss is one of those classic outdoor games that never gets old. Your kiddos can test their hand-eye coordination to see which one of them can get the most rings on the pegs. Perfect for a family backyard barbecue or solo game, it is truly timeless fun.
Cat Bowen has been covering parenting and home for over a decade. At Best Products, she has tested hundreds of products for parents and for the home, often spending dozens of hours per product to ensure her reviews are accurate and informative. Prior to joining the team, she was at Romper where she covered everything from breastfeeding to child sleep habits to abortion rights access. You can find her work on Bustle, Romper, and more. Cat is a bit of an intellectual magpie and perpetual student, most recently receiving a graduate degree in gender studies where she examined a topic that vexes so many — pockets in women’s clothing.
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