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Popular Items for Kids Summer Activities

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Ah, those Summer dayzz...!  If you've got kids, or are related to kids or someone who has 'em, or you've got kids who've got kids... when the weather heats up and school's out, thoughts turn to how to keep those crazy kids occupied, happy, laughing... even maybe in some cases increasing their stamina and physical fitness.  There are some products flying off the shelves of stores - they're popular because they keep kids happy and occupied, and they're especially popular when they don't set you back too much monetarily.  The following list shows items that hit all the high marks while hitting the low marks, price-wise.  Check out some truly popular, affordable, big-selling fun items for kids summer activities:

SOPPYCID Reusable Water Bomb Balloons

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SOPPYCID reusable water balloons have magnetic technology & silicone material making them durable and long-lasting.  A nice way to reduce screen time and get kids playing outside with friends and family.  Does not require filling with water from a faucet – it automatically injects water when it collides or is squeezed.  Comes with a mesh bag for storage and carrying.  A fun activity for summer partying and play; a water toy that kids as young as 3 years old can have fun with.

JOYIN Water Slides and Bodyboards

Two girls, both on bodyboards sliding on parallel water slide tracks over a grass lawn.
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JOYIN Outdoor 22.5ft x 62in Waves Double Lawn Water Slide with a vibrant color design, along with two 21.7" x 16.5" inflatable boards.  Includes built-in sprinklers, 6 ground stakes and features a Splash Pool at the end.  (A good water spray effect is acheived using water flow rate of 16L/MIN supplied from an external faucet.)  Set it up by unrolling the slide, securing the bumper and then securing the slide.  Wet the slide and connect the water, then adjust the sprinklers’ direction and height as you like.  This high-quality water fun inflatable slide has sprinkler holes placed in the middle – to provide maximum wetness and maximum wheeeee!  The incredible water coverage on this slide will keep kids sliding quickly, enjoying the water fun.

JOYIN Big Bubble Wands Set

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With the JOYIN Big Bubble Wands set, you can immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of bubbles; it features 6 large bubble wands in vibrant colors for a whimsical & enchanting experience.  Each wand measuries 14.6" for giant bubbles that captivate and delight.  Safety is a priority with the supplied non-toxic bubble solution, ensuring a worry-free and enjoyable bubble-blowing experience for kids and adults.  Crafted for lasting enjoyment, the bubble wands are durable and built to withstand the rigors of bubble play, providing long-lasting entertainment.  Enjoy hassle-free fun with easy-to-grip bubble wands, perfect for kids of all ages to create impressive bubbles with ease – perfect for parties, picnics, and everyday outdoor play.

JOYIN Glow in the Dark Rock Painting Kit

7 rocks with bright fanciful images painted on them including a space alien, a rocket, an orange, and the sun.
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OK, admittedly this one isn't as sunshine-y outdoorsy, but it's included here because like the other items, it's currently crazy-popular and flying off shelves.  This do-it-yourself craft rock coloring set includes 12 rocks, 6 standard paints, 6 metallic paints, 5 glow in the dark paints, 3 glitter glue, 4 brushes, 8 googly eyes, 2 sponges, 18 transfer stickers, 32 gems, and an instruction booklet.  The main attraction is the glow-in-the-dark paints.  When the lights are turned off, the paints light up – and kids see their rock designs come to life in the dark!  This rock painting kit is crafted to spark creativity and provide hours of enjoyable activity for boys and girls aged 6-12.  Using rocks as canvases offers a sturdy foundation for young artists to express their imagination and create impressive artwork.  The fine-tip paintbrush is great for precise lines, while the wider brush is perfect for larger areas.  Encourage your kids' artistic abilities and witness their joy as they proudly showcase their glowing artwork.  Ideal for classroom art projects, party favors, family crafts activity, gift exchange, Stocking Stuffers, Easter, Halloween, birthdays – you name it!

VISTOP Non-Slip Splash Pad for Kids

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Typically, when playing with water on splash mat, young children can run a risk of falling and getting injured.  The VISTOP Non-Slip Splash Pad texture is designed to increase grip and allow children to enjoy the water sprinkler in the backyard.  Dogs can play on the splash pad too (note: it's important to get your dog's nails trimmed first).  New for 2024 is the pad's Double Edge design: an 8mm widened circular edge seal helps bear water pressure and prevent cracking during use.  The water sprinkler level can be adjusted by faucet pressure, and the direction of spraying (inward/outward) can be shifted by adjusting the tube.  Holding a water party on the Non-Slip Splash Pad provides a nice play space and the right cool fun for families.  Suitable for outdoor activities, backyard lawns and at the beach.

Hapinest Find and Seek Scavenger Hunt Outdoor/Indoor Card Game

Find and Seek card game emblem over an empty spacious park with phrase Let The Adventures Begin superimposed at bottom.
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Hapinest Find and Seek Scavenger Hunt is a fun activity game for the whole family to play, both indoors and outdoors.  The game set includes 35 Find and Seek cards, 2 instruction cards, and 1 drawstring bag, making this game perfect for road trips and travel.  Take it along with you to the park, the beach, camping, or in the backyard.  The Hapinest Scavenger Hunt game is for ages 3 years and up: even non-readers can play by picture recognition.  Discover nature and the world around you with this exciting game.  Included instructions describe how to play Find and Seek 3 ways.  A great gift for kids, families, and friends to enjoy together.

CWLAKON Outdoor Games

Two boys and two girls in Potato Sack Race Bags superimposed over an image of a park with trees in the background.
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CWLAKON Outdoor Games are fit for adults and kids 3 years of age and up.  Includes 4 Potato Sack Race Bags, size 34" x 17" – large enough for adults.  3-legged race bands enable adults and kids learn to work as team to win the race.  The included Egg and Spoon Race Game helps in training balance.  Also includes 12 medals that can be used to reward the participants who win a game.  Everyone can get involved, from the racers on the field to the spectators cheering on from the sidelines!  Great for Carnival-themed birthday party games, halloween party games, an obstacle course, barbeques, picnics, family reunions, "Minute to Win It" competitions, 4th of July gatherings and church field day events.  Sack Race Bags are Oxford cloth, double-bottomed, and feature expert workmanship with fine-stitch sewing, ensuring they are sturdy enough to withstand these vigorous games.  Featuring bright colors, they're odorless and safe for kids ages 3 and up to use.  Everyone will have a blast playing games outside with this sack race set!

Fun Forts Glow Fort Building Kit

A boy and a girl at left, and 3 girls at right, building forts by connecting thin tubes together that can glow in the dark.
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Fun Forts Glow Fort Building Kit enables kids to play, building tent structures, forts, tunnels, and more.  It's a fort construction set that includes 53 glow-in-the dark connecting rods and 28 multilink spheres.  Kids can build forts of various shapes and sizes, indoors or out by inserting and twisting the rods into the spheres (adult supervision is advised).  The connecting rods need to be exposed to light prior to activating in the dark.  Build and imagine while mastering basic engineering skills – the kit includes a building guide to ignite creativity.  And kids can play at building tents by adding a light sheet as a roof.  The Fort Kit is made with kid-safe, BPA-free plastic; includes 15.75” rods and 2.4” balls – a toy set perfect for curious-minded kids ages 4 and up.  This kit is an award-winning Stem Toy: In 2021 it earned a Mom's Choice Award Gold Seal of Approval for excellence.