Outdoor Toys for Kids (That We Have and LOVE)

Erynn said:  These scooters all the rage in our neighborhood--apparently an "upgrade" from regular scooters! Kids have to use a wiggling motion to operate the scooter, but stopping is simple with a hand-brake. They can either stand or squat down to ride, but either way, they're working plenty of muscles to get moving.

Vanessa M. said:  This inflatable backyard bounce house is hours of bouncing fun that will keep kids jumping, climbing, and sliding. Walls have mesh sides for safety, and it is a breeze to set up with the included blower.

Erynn said:  A steel torsion bar upgrades this skateboard from the standard design, so in addition to pushing off like a normal skateboard, kids can also "wobble" to keep up their speed. It's a more compact skateboard compared to longer deck (often wooden) boards, so it's ideal for younger kids.

Erin P. said:  Our kids love our hose attachments! This Melissa & Doug sprinkler is a great option for small yards. It also scores mom points by being easy to set up and easy to store!

Transform any pair of sneakers into the coolest way to move with these Razor Jetts heel wheels. Ready to go out of the box, simply slip them onto the back of a sneaker with the quick-click frame and hook-and-loop strap. These feature real sparking action with removable and replaceable spark pads.

Sue Krawitz Tandoc said:  The kids will love this giant game set with 4 In a Row (similar to Connect Four), Ring Toss and Basketball. Made from colorful, high-quality plastic, it is portable for easy set-up and dismantle. The kids will not only have fun, but improve their cognitive and motor skills plus hand-eye coordination. Everything you need is included and easy to store right on the frame!

Alexandra F. said:  My toddler will spend HOURS outside digging in the dirt or sandbox with his construction truck toys, and this excavator is definitely the favorite. I love how sturdy and well-made all Bruder trucks are, and my truck-loving kids love that they are so realistic.

Beloved by toddlers (and even bigger kids!) for decades, the Little Tykes Cozy Coupe is a staple in most family homes for good reason.

Alexandra F. said:  I still remember the thrill of going to Toys R Us and riding this guy around the wheeled toys section when I was a kid, and each of my own kids has loved riding this classic toy car around our driveway as well! Plus, it holds up very well over years and multiple kids, and is a great garage sale purchase! Ours has never been able to fit inside our garage, but is still going strong 12 years later!

Great for decoration, tree houses and fort building!

MG13 said:  One of the classic outdoor toys for kids that the whole family will love! This portable set has a PVC frame so it's light enough to take to the beach, park, or Grandma's house. Set up is fast and it can even be used indoors for a rainy day activity.

Kelly R said:  This bubble tricks kit contains everything you need to create 20 different kinds of epic bubbles, from enormous elongated bubbles to little ones that can be bounced on a gloved hand. My kids have had a lot of luck recreating the tricks, many with no help from mom and dad.

Jaclyn Keifer said:  There are so many to choose from however, we purchased ours off the FB marketplace for $25. Our son used it and never touched a tricycle. Once he figured out how to balance well, we tried a bike and he learned at 4YO within an hour. Within a few weeks, he was riding >1 mile on the local trail with us and got up to six miles that year!

Nancy L. said:  Bubbles are the best outdoor toys for toddlers! The no-spill design of this Fubbles bubble bucket is key, and it includes multiple wands so kids can play together.

Sarah Calamita said:  This provides tons of entertainment on a lake or empty pool! It goes so fast and your little one (and you!) will love zooming it around the water.

christadiserio said:  We have this pool and my daughter absolutely loves it during the warmer months. When it's hot out, there's nothing more she loves to do than to be submerged in cool water and play with water toys in her mini-me pool. If it's not warm enough outside to be submerged in water but still warm enough to be outdoors, this pool also doubles as a ball pit! Just buy some balls and your child will have a "ball" playing outside on a beautiful day!