, A scavenger hunt card game for when you're searching for some fun around the house... And the only answer is to take things outside.Promising review: "The card game was a great choice for my kids. They had a blast playing it both indoors and outdoors. The game cards are colorful and easy to understand. It encouraged them to explore and sparked their curiosity. The durability of the cards is impressive, and the storage box is handy. Overall, I highly recommend this game for hours of fun and active play." — UMmba Get it from Amazon for $9.99., A sweet flower water sprinkler that hooks right up to your hose and is a bloomin' good time for kids of all ages (and overheated grownups, too).Promising review: "All you gotta do is hook it to the hose turn it on and it’ll keep your kids busy for hours. I know I have one happy little girl and even get a little break watching her have the time of her life running through it!" — Ryan Riggs Get it from Amazon for $16.45., A set of cones, bean bags, and a ring toss game the kids can use to set up races, obstacle courses, and sports drills. This is not a drill: you might actually get to sit back and enjoy your iced coffee in peace. Promising review: "This is so cool. You can set up an entire obstacle course in your yard or home. So many options to create fun, exciting games! My girls have hours of play creating their own games and using this product. Highly recommend." — Nichole Get it from Amazon for $22.99., A ZipString (which you might remember from Shark Tank!) that is absolutely mesmerizing and inspires creativity. So when your kids come up to you and say "watch this!" you won't have to pretend you're impressed — you actually will be! Promising review: "The zip string is really cool! My kids have been playing with this for hours on end. Very easy to untangle when it gets messed up. Highly recommend for a 10 year old!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors)., A cardboard castle ready for a royal time of coloring and imaginative play for your petite princesses and princes. And you? Sometimes you're the jester, sometimes you're the dragon, but if you get this for them you will be their QUEEN.Promising review: " Our littles loved this so much and this provided HOURS of entertainment!! I was nervous as it's cardboard, however it was durable and survived 4 rough toddlers playing princesses and knights!! Would definitely recommend! Ages ranged from 3 years old to even my 12-year-old niece thought it was cute to go inside!" — Ashley W Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in two styles). A set of two walkie-talkies that are begging to be used for a backyard game of spies... A game so fun that it somehow grows from two kids to the whole neighborhood gang — and nothing is better.Promising review: "I purchased these for my son and I think I'm enjoying them just as much as he is! We opened them up and we've been outside running around from the front to the back yard for 3 hours. Lol... Love them so much! Cant put them down!" — ladybug Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in seven color combinations).Amazon, A set of Stomp Rockets with LED lights on them because it's important to a) get your space cadets some fresh air and b) give them an out-of-this-world good time.Promising review: "Up and down. Up and down. Up and down. That's all these things do. But it doesn't matter. No batteries, no expendable materials, no screens. HOURS of fun for the kids. Unceasing giggling and excitedly engaging in outdoor play. Hard to argue with that. Plus, bring the stomp rocket to the park, and all the other kids will want to engage as well. Swarms of kids flutter in a sea of giggles. I've never seen a single toy enable such positive social interactions in my kids. Worth every penny." — Brian Genisio Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two models).A pack of reusable water balloons so you can make some core memories... Without the most annoying cleanup. These are eco-friendly and oh-so-much fun, whether you're just throwing them in the yard or taking them to the pool.Promising review: "These water balloons have been a huge hit with my 5 and 8-year-old kids! These balloons are perfect for summer fun, whether we're at the pool, beach, or just in the backyard. The magnetic self-sealing feature makes them super easy to use — no more struggling with tying knots. My fingers thank you! The balloons are bright and colorful, and they seem pretty durable, though after a lot of play, a couple showed minor wear. I love that they're reusable, which means less plastic waste and more value for the money. My kids can’t get enough of them, and they provide hours of entertainment. These are definitely a must-have for any family looking to add some eco-friendly fun to their outdoor activities! My first thought was, 'Wow, HOW MUCH am I paying for these???' Now, I say, 'TAKE MY MONEY' — figuratively, of course." — Josie Bello Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $26.99 (also available in seven other quantities)., AmazonA kids' gardening tools set that will make them want to dig right in — whether they're actually helping out in the garden or just playing around in the dirt. Either way is good for them!Promising review: "Toddler recipient LOVES this. Sturdy and just the right size. Went immediately to the watering can and filled it with the hose to water the flowers. Played nonstop for over an hour with the various tools." — Prime Member Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in seven colors/styles). , AmazonA badminton set with four rackets and two birdies, because badminton is the superior racket sport (no disrespect to pickleball, but I said what I said). Reviewers said their kids even kept the net up to use it for volleyball and other sports, too!Promising review: "We bought this set for when our grandkids visit. It only took a few minutes to set up, and the kids, ages 6, 7, and 9, were having fun in no time. It kept them busy for over an hour. Maybe next time we’ll learn the rules of the game." — Degan Get a starter kit from Amazon for $39.99 (also available in three advanced styles).A bubble machine, which adds so much delight to the day with so little effort. There is just something so whimsical about a backyard filled with bubbles, isn't there? Promising review: "I've never seen so many bubbles. Got this for my child's birthday party it didnt disappoint. The kids had fun for hours. The fact that it stops if touched is amazing. No hurt fingers or jammed motor. Would recommend for any party or just for summer fun." — Allie D Get it from Amazon for $26.95+ (available in six colors).An enclosed trampoline with an adjustable gymnastics bar for those days when your kiddos are just bouncing off the walls, but the answer isn't having them turn into screen zombies.Promising review: "A must have!!! My little one is absolutely obsessed with this and fit perfectly inside my home!!! Keeps him super entertained for hours and it was pretty easy to build. The quality is amazing, the color are nice." — S. Marie Get it from Amazon for $94.99 (available in six colors/styles).A set of 12 ribbon wands, which are amazing for many reasons — one of which is that they appeal to such a wide age group. Even your phone-obsessed teens and tweens will want to give these a whirl.Promising review: " My granddaughters played outside for hours. I wanted something entertaining for them to do outside away from the tv, phone, tablet…mission accomplished." — Nunny Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $8.99 (also available in a two-pack).A swing set to help you get back in the, well, swing of spending more time outside. It was a long chilly season, and now we all need some vitamin D! Promising review: "My 2 and 4 year old grandsons love this! Perfect size for their age group. We don’t have much grassy area in our yard, so the smaller sized set was ideal for us. It’s very sturdy - never pulls off the ground. Easy to assemble. And the swings are low enough that younger kids can easily get on and off. Great purchase. Hours of fun!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $159.99 (available in two colors)., A Nerf Vortex football, which you will recall from your own days of playing in backyards, while the parents socialized and the kids ran WILD. This is a screamin' good time. Promising review: "My child absolutely loves the Nerf Vortex Aero Howler Foam Ball! This foam ball has provided endless hours of fun and excitement. Its unique design allows it to soar through the air with a satisfying howling sound, making every throw a thrilling experience. The soft foam material ensures safe play, making it perfect for kids of all ages. It's a great way to encourage outdoor activity and friendly competition." — Drippy Get it from Amazon for $12.47 (available in three colors)., A John Deere lawn mower toy, because nothing is cuter than a toddler on a mission to mimic the world around them...and if you start training them now, they could be ready for the real deal when they're 10.Promising review: "Perfect gift for 2 year old! Hours and hours of fun." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $29.95., A 130-pack of Crayola sidewalk chalk to get the kids outside and using their creativity. All the neighborhood kids playing nicely outside together? Chalk that up to good parenting!Promising review: "Perfect sidewalk chalk for little kids. Keeps my 2- and 3-year-old entertained for hours and has been a summer staple for us. The colors are bright, fun, and easy for toddlers to hold. Best part is the cleanup — washes off sidewalks easily and comes out of clothes with no issues. Simple, cute, and parent-approved. Definitely a must-have." — RealMomReviews Get it from Amazon for $30.95 (available in three types).A GlowCity light-up basketball for the baller who doesn't let nighttime slow their game. Just one bounce turns the light on, and it automatically shuts off when it's not in use. Basically, this is a slam dunk.Promising review: "I recently got the coolest toy ever for the kiddos, and they are absolutely obsessed with it! This glow-in-the-dark basketball is a total game changer for nighttime fun . We set up a hoop in the backyard, and they played for hours, laughing and running around. It's so fun watching the ball light up as they shoot, making it easy to see even in the dark. I'm so glad I got this; it's the perfect way to get them active and entertained! #glowinthedark #basketball #kidsfun #nighttimeplay" — Bbsprite Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in three sizes, two materials, and in various bundles)., A Skip It, which was the OG step counter for some of us. Show your kids how it's done (you've still got it!) and then watch them go round and round and round. Promising review: "Bought this for my granddaughter and her friends to play with on the beach. They LOVED it! They took turns and played for hours. It was a great purchase!" — CarolBern Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in two colors)., An 18-piece tea set so they can throw all the outdoor tea parties and picnics their little hearts desire. Here's the tea: have them use this set for their real snack time and extend their play time.Promising review: " My kids love this cute set and play for hours. The plastic is hard and durable. Good value for the money." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors).A blow-up pool that will really make a splash in your day. The kids will have a dino-mite time...and you'll be glad to make their boredom go extinct! Promising review: "Adorable dino splash pad and pool. My son LOVES this thing and it keeps a toddler entertained for hours which is a feat in itself. It’s bigger than I expected and a really good deal for the price. His favorite parts are the slide and the dinosaur basketball hoop. He takes the dino hoop inside and plays with it separately as well." — AK Get it from Amazon for $55.13+ (available in 14 styles)., A bug catcher kit for the nature lovers who live to explore the world around them. Send the kiddos on a mission to capture some critters, safely observe them, and then let them loose (but NOT inside the house)!Promising review: "My daughter LOVES bugs! So I got this for her for her birthday. She loves it! She now can catch the bugs and look at them through the magnifying glass. Keeps her entertained for hours!" — Brittany Get it from Amazon for $19.99.A ladder toss game, which is a real rung up from some of those other lawn games. You could put this one away at the end of the day... or you could leave it out and have some fun with your friends after the kids go down for the night. Promising review: "I’m always looking for a game that is easy set up, tear down and for all to play. This game is just that. We spent hours outside playing. The material is nice, not flimsy. The game can be set up and moved around for older or younger kids. It’s easy to customize, move around and make new and fun rules with the game. The generic primary color wheel colors on this make it gender neutral. All parts were included and it’s easy to store for the next time." — Noah & Rosi Sherrer Get it from Amazon for $69.99.A pack of 12 climbing holds, so they can branch out of the house and enjoy the time-honored childhood tradition of climbing the tree in the backyard. Promising review: "Fun to mount an climb for kids and adults alike! Has provided hours of healthy outdoor exercise and fun for my whole family in a relatively small yard space." — Georgia Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in four styles).A kid excavator, perfect for sandboxes, days at the beach, or even that weird pile of dirt in your backyard where nothing seems to grow. Trust me, the kids will really, well, dig it. Promising review: "Really fun toy for kids. It may be a bit challenging for smaller children at first, but once they figure it out, they can play with it for hours. It’s sturdy, entertaining, and a great choice for kids who enjoy construction and sand play. Overall, very happy with it." — CCF Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in three styles). A two pack of 16-foot jump ropes, which will have them jumping for joy in the sunshine. Don't forget to teach them the classic rhymes: "Cinderella, dressed in yellow, went upstairs stairs to kiss her fella, made a mistake and kissed a snake, how many kisses did she take? 1,2,3…"Promising review: "My grand daughters had hours of fun double dutching!" — Shawn T. Get it from Amazon for $18.98 (available in five colors). , A glow-in-the-dark capture the flag set — the ultimate summer evening game with a gang of neighborhood kids. This comes with territory lights, jail markers, and glowing orbs (the flags!) that are pretty much begging to be stolen. Promising review: "This is the most exciting game my daughter has received in along time. They love to play man hunt when there is a party and this was just like it! We had ten players and they played for 2 hours! They are 13 but I think this game would be enjoyed by ages up to adults. You definitely receive hours of fun for very little price!" — Monro Get it from Amazon for $39.90+ (available in two styles).