Summer is in full swing, and we’re all celebrating the season of fun! The kids are out of school, and families are vacationing, spending days at the beach or park, and making memories to last a lifetime.
Lucky for us busy families, there are plenty of things on the market to make summer life even better. That’s why I’ve put together a list of my favorite items for summer!
Boredom Busters for kids
Below are some of my boredom buster picks. These are perfect to keep the kids occupied during the summer moments that aren’t quite as adventurous, and some to help give us parents a break!
PLAYMOBIL Catamaran – The sea is calling! Experience exciting vacation dreams on the floatable PLAYMOBIL Catamaran. The catamaran has a bridge with steering wheel, a seating area with glass bottom, a sun net, two sails and lots of delicious food for a relaxing day at sea. The little girl can be pulled through the water in the swim ring. Two water wings provide the necessary safety. The Catamaran can also float and can be equipped with an underwater motor – perfect for the pool (not included, but sold separately).
PLAYMOBIL Picnic Adventure with Horses – Kids can have an imaginative summer picnic with this 67-piece set with figures, horses and all that’s needed for a delicious blanket picnic! Lots of creative details and lovingly designed horse figures deliver a fun summertime play experience.
Bizyboo Hide ‘N’ Seek Busy Bags – Welcome to the world of BIZYBOO! Your little one’s mission is to use their observation and problem-solving skills to find the objects hidden within each character.Children simply prod and push the beads around searching for each of the hidden objects shown on the included card. With 12 adorable characters to collect and over 200 hidden objects to discover, BIZYBOO provides your little ones with hours of sensory fun while helping to develop their fine motor skills, problem solving abilities, and improving their concentration.
Plus-Plus Puzzle By Number® Rocket – Plus-Plus is one shape with endless possibilities! Plus-Plus Puzzle By Number® Rocket 500 piece combines the artistry of a paint by number with the satisfaction of a puzzle into a unique creative experience. Using the enclosed pattern, fill in the design by matching each number with the corresponding color. When you are done, display it on a table or hang it up as room décor – no glue or ironing required!
Mysteries of Atlantis – Mermaids Plush – Wild Republic’s new Mysteries of Atlantis line consists of Mermaids and Plush that serve as companions to one another. The Mermaids represent various races and are more detailed than any other mermaid on the market thanks to sublimation printing, foil tails and other fine details. Each mermaid has a unique personality/story related to an animal friend featured in the detail of their eye. The hair is designed for optimal playability.
Solar Race Car – Looking for a fun and educational activity about solar power? This sleek, compact race car harnesses the energy from the sun to power an electric motor that really gets it moving! With only 22 parts and an easy, snap-together design, you don’t need anything else except a pair of diagonal cutters to assemble the car.
Rainbow Pebbles – Junior Activity Set – LEARNING TOOL FOR AGES 18M+ — Use these Junior Rainbow Pebbles to teach your toddler how to recognize and organize by shape, color and number. They’re also a useful construction resource.
Outdoor Enjoyment and on the go
A lot of our time during the summer is spent outdoors, and on the go. These picks below will help you to make the most of those moments.
Föm Mania Quickshot Foam Blaster – This season kids can get their hands on the Quickshot Föm Blaster which blasts fast-flinging Föm with easy pump and blast action that’s naturally kid-powered. Each Quickshot comes with 4 fl. oz of Föm concentrate that is non-toxic and boasts a tear-free formula. Rather than worry, parents can embrace the mess since all Föm Mania foam dissolves on its own, leaving no clean up. Plus, no batteries are required with the Quickshot! Kids (and kidults) just pump and aim for continuous foam fun.
CoComelon NO Spill Musical Bubble Machine – Designed with kids in mind the Cocomelon No Spill Bubble Machine is designed to help children learn with bubbles. Features your childs favorite CoComelon Melon character and plays an exerpt from the CoComelon Wheels on the Bus song featured on the Cocomelon TV Show. The perfect bubble machine for your toddler.
Minnie Mouse Ballooble Bubble Machine – This HUGE inflatable bubble machine blows continuous streams of bubbles and features your favorite friend Minnie Mouse.
BLUEY Dance Mode Bubble Machine and Toy Microphone – Designed with kids in mind the Bluey Dance Mode Bubble and Sing Microphone is designed to help children learn with bubbles. Features your childs favorite Bluey character and is a voice activated microphone.
Fubbles Light-Up Bubble Torch – Light your way with bubbles!
Press the button and the top lights up like a flashlight while a fan inside blows a constant stream of bubbles. It’s a perfect and playful accessory for nighttime adventures!
Zoom-O HIGH FLYING Turbo Disc Launcher Glow in the Dark – The Zoom-O Turbo Disc Launcher Glow in the Dark launches discs that soar up to 100 ft in the air! Pull and watch it fly HIGH into the air! Includes 2 soaring discs that easily load into the disc launcher for non-stop fun! Play at the beach, playground, or anywhere! Game on! Ages 5 and up.
Mobo Malibu – Mobo’s 20-Inch bicycle for girls and boys is perfect for riding on neighborhood roads and sidewalks. Designed for younger riders, this children’s bicycle is features a step through frame, gearing designed for easy starts, and kid-size grips and seat. This bicycle for kids includes a rear coaster brake (reverse the pedals to stop) and a front hand-brake; easing the transition to an adult hand-brake bike when they’re ready. This bike is designed for kids 6 to 10 years old, or kids 46-54 inches tall. Supports riders up to 140 lbs.
Unicorn BoosterPal Booster Seat – Say hello to Humble-Bee BoosterPal – the enchanting booster seat that will make every car ride an adventure! With its delightful flapping wings feature, kids can control and play with their very own magical friend. BoosterPal not only entertains, but also prioritizes safety and comfort for parents’ peace of mind. Upgrade your child’s car ride with the extraordinary BoosterPal!
Backyard Candles 32oz Outdoor Bucket Candle – These 32oz outdoor candles are uniquely packaged in galvanized buckets, made with soy wax, therapeutic grade essential oils and 4 cotton wicks. Enjoy this candle outdoors to help keep insects away! We have three fragrances to choose from.
BlendJet 2 Portable Blender – Imagine the freedom of being able to go anywhere and blend your favorite smoothies, shakes, margaritas, frappés, or baby food without the limitations of a regular blender.
Orbiter Blend and Sip Lid – There’s nothing worse than making a delicious smoothie in your BlendJet 2 only for it to end up on your favorite shirt. That’s why we created the Orbiter Drinking Lid. Its leak-proof design and one-hand convenience means no more crying over spilled smoothie. So feel free to sip anywhere: in the car, on a bike, while you’re base jumping. Be daring!
Famous Footwear – Skechers Women’s Asana Hidden Valley Flip Flop Sandal – After your next Yoga class, step into the comfort of the Asana Hidden Valley Flip Flop Sandal from Skechers.
- Fabric upper in a sandal style with an open toe
- Slip on entry
- Soft lining with arch Yoga Foam cushioned contoured comfort footbed
- Flexible outsole
Honest Sunscreen – No white-cast chemical sunscreen for guaranteed protection against UVA and UVB rays for your more physically active days. The mixture of high-end new generation chemical sunscreen agents provides your skin with the UVA and UVB protection; and Propanediol (Non-GMO), a natural moisturizer obtained by fermenting corn, keeps it hydrated and replenished. Eco-consciously formulated without Oxybenzone and Octinoxate that are detrimental to coral reefs and sea ecosystems. Get your skin back to its natural state with this skin barrier strengthening and pH5.5 balancing formula. Enjoy enhanced elasticity and nourishment while staying truthful to your environmental values.
Sunnydaze 2-Person Double Quilted Hammock with Wooden Stand – Add comfort and joy to your favorite relaxation spot with this cozy quilted fabric double hammock with wooden stand by Sunnydaze Decor. This 2-person hammock will provide you many years of enjoyment and appeal. Also, the included wooden stand gives you the freedom to place the hammock wherever you’d like.
For the Home
While we may prefer to be on vacation all summer long, there will likely be down time at home. So I’ve chosen a few of my favorites to make home time more enjoyable!
Luxear arc-chill cooling blanket – Even on the hottest days, this summer blanket will keep you feeling cool and comfortable. Made with Japanese Q-Max>0.4 (regular fibers are only 0.2) Arc-Chill Pro cooling fibers, it absorbs body heat and provides exceptional cooling.
With a special 80% mica nylon and 20% PE Arc-Chill Pro cooling fabric, this blanket feels comfortable, breathable, and cool in hot summer weather. The 100% natural cotton interior is perfect for spring and fall. Great for hot sleepers and night sweats, it keeps you cool and dry all night long. 10%off code: C4G9NALQ expiry date: 2026-02-08
MALACASA Ceramic Baking Dish Set – ROBUST CERAMIC BAKING DISH – Constructed from premium-grade LEAD-FREE and NON-TOXIC porcelain materials, these bakeware sets are robust and built to last, withstanding extreme temperatures of up to 464°F in the oven. A great casserole dishes for oven, microwave and dishwasher.
LOVECASA Ceramic Mini Pie Pans – LOVECASA 8 oz mini pie pans can extend your cooking possibilities in the oven for any small portion food, such as serving your creme brulee dishes, fruit pies, pot pies, quiches, tarts and other tasty desserts. they are not only for baking mini soufflé and pies, you can also use them for sauce and ingredients and so on.
- MASTER GRILL, BBQ SMOKER, & AIR FRYER: All in one with 100% real woodfire flavor.
- MASTER GRILL: Get all the performance of a full-size propane grill with the same char and searing.
- FOOLPROOF BBQ SMOKER: Create authentic BBQ bark and flavor fast and easy with just 1/2 cup of pellets.
- OUTDOOR AIR FRYER: Add woodfire flavor to your air fried favorites and cook all your side dishes outdoors.
- WOODFIRE TECHNOLOGY: Powered by electricity, flavored by real burning wood pellets. Create rich woodfire flavor you can see and taste with any cook function.
