Best Outdoor Toys for Toddlers and Kids

by: Erin Dower

It's time to stock up on summer toys for your kids! Check out these fun new summer toys and games that are sure to be a hit for yard and beach playtime.

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Crabbie Sand Table

This fun sand table will make your child the opposite of crabby! It comes complete with four sand toys and a removable shell lid to keep the sand clean and dry when not in use. Recommended for ages 18 months to 6 years.

Price: $39.99

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Castle Shaded Baby Pool

Looking for baby's first pool? This one is perfect for your little prince or princess. Hint: Fill it with plastic balls as a ball pit on rainy days. Recommended for children 12 months to 3 years, with constant parent supervision. Remember to play it safe with these pool safety tips.

Price: $18.99

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Ride 2 Glide Scooter

This double-duty ride-on toy grows with your child. First, he can learn to sit and scoot. Later, the toy easily converts to a three-wheeled scooter that he can stand and ride. It includes a storage basket for both modes of play. Recommended for ages 1-4.

Price: $39.99

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AllStar Sports Climber

Allow your tot to dabble in all sorts of sports and activities with this five-in-one outdoor toy! It features a basketball hoop, soccer goal, rock wall, football toss, and slide, plus a basketball, soccer ball, and football. Score! Recommended for ages 1-3.

Price: $149.99

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Cook n Play Outdoor BBQ Playset

Your child can model Mom and Dad's skills as a gourmet griller with this Little Tikes' grill for kids. Just like a real-life fancy outdoor kitchen, the set includes a sink, fridge, and pizza oven, plus play food and grill tools. Recommended for ages 1-4.

Price: $70.00

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Spark Shark Pool Toss Game

Kids will gobble up this fun toss game, whether they play in the pool or on dry land. The two foam balls float in the water. The game encourages hand-eye-coordination and social skills. Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Price: $23.99

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Space Scooter Junior

This "big kid" scooter can really move! The platform moves up and down like a teeter totter, making this ride-on extra fun. Safety features include a hand break and anti-roll-back protection. Plus, it's foldable, for easy transport and storage. Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Price: $99.99

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Spider Web Platform Swing

Platform swings are all the rage! This one can hold multiple riders (up to 250 pounds total), for hours of group swinging. Hang it from a tree or your playground set, and let the "hang out" begin! Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Price: $99.99

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Kids' Big Outdoor Tool Set

This set of real wood and metal yard-word tools by Toysmith is made for little hands. It's sure to help get your child into gardening and outdoor chores. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

Price: $29.95

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Supersized 3-in-1 Outdoor Game Set

Kids will love trying their hand at tennis, badminton, and volleyball with this set for the backyard or the beach. The kid-friendly, over-sized tennis rackets make it easier for players to hit their target. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Also check out these top 10 backyard games for all ages.

Price: $39.99

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