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Promising reviews: "Great for little hands. Bulky and sturdy. Fun and functional! Great way to learn about and interact with nature, develop creativity, and motor skills! I would recommend!" —kristen

"These were so fun! I brought these camping, and everyone from age 1–9 was filling these up with sticks and leaves. This is an amazing item for imaginative play!" —J. Smith

Get a five-pack from Amazon for $27.99 (available in six colors).

Cliganic is a small business that specializes in all-natural personal care products. 

Promising reviews: "My daughter started having extreme reactions to mosquito bites, so I researched like crazy for a safe and convenient solution so that she could go outside again. I bought several natural options, and we are happiest with these bracelets. My daughter (2-year-old) is happy to wear them, and she knows that she has to have one on before she goes outside (which she can do herself). If the mosquitoes are especially bad, we add another to her ankle. So much better than gross sprays, and they really do last. When she has her bracelet on, we are completely bite free! These are GREAT for everyday use and especially great for kids." —Lynnamint

"Kids like them. This works great to use as a hair tie! One in the hair and one around the ankle, and my kids are mosquito- and tick free for hours outside. They even like the smell." —Amazon Customer

Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four styles and also available in larger packs).

Promising review: "This set was perfect for our nephew, we have been trying to build his motor skills with different products/toys but he always lost interest fast, but with this he wants to play with them outside every day!" —Bradley Bosua

"But if not pup friendly, why pup shaped?" —Your dog, probably.

(It's not, y'all. Don't let your pets on here. 😅)

Promising reviews: "This seesaw is a delightful addition to any backyard playground, offering hours of fun for children. My granddaughters love it. This two-person seesaw is constructed with heavy-duty metal, ensuring durability and stability. One of the best features of this teeter-totter is that it rotates 360 degrees, not only the traditional up-and-down motion but also the added thrill of spinning in circles." —c'est la vie

"This has been a great purchase! Easy to put together. The parts are good quality and not thin or cheap! We bought it for our kids, who are 2 and 3 years old, and they are really happy to have it. This is a great way to get the kids outside, they love it! I gave this product 5 stars because it is a wonderful playset and can be heavily used. I would most definitely recommend this outdoor toy." —dan

Promising reviews: "Great product! My 3-year-old loves this and so do I! We both go outside and see what bugs we can find. We get to learn about what we find and explore nature in the open! Very sturdy product and the magnifying glass is amazing!" —Madison

"The boys spent hours outside hunting for bugs and getting along! Nice quality and great accessories to go with." —Jen Larson

Promising review: "These were perfect for my twin grandsons. They played with them inside and outside for hours! Put them on the slide, filled the buckets with gravel and mini-pine cones. They had a blast. They seem well built and look like they will hold up well." —C. Miller

Promising reviews: "What I love most is that it encourages outdoor play and sparks imaginative scenarios. My grandson has been on a non-stop mission to 'build' his own construction site in the backyard. It's not just a toy; it's a catalyst for creativity and endless fun." —David

"My son and nephew dug an actual trench. They absolutely love it! When it's nice out I have to pry them away from it. I love that it's an engaging toy much different than the usual lights sounds and buttons routine. They spend time outdoors interacting with each other and their environment. What's not to like?!" —Gaadi Shaw

Oh, hi, it's me: Your friendly neighborhood millennial birdwatcher. I got this for my own human self to keep in my purse (Look, you never know when you're gonna see a bird.) but I very quickly had to get another one for my kiddo because sharing was not working out for us and he wanted his own. 

He asks on the regular if I want to go into the backyard with him and look for birds with our "noculars." I'm not sure if it's a core memory for him, but it certainly is for me. 

Promising review: "My child loves it. It’s very compact and easy for him to carry. The strap with it makes it less likely to drop." —Felicia

Get it from Amazon for $76.92+ (available in nine colors). 

Psst. If your kids are younger, you can get this same bike with a rocking base so that your baby can rock as young as 6-MONTHS-OLD and keep on rockin' until they're ready to remove the base and scoot on their way! There is also a 14-inch version that can be upgraded with a kit to attach pedals when your kiddo is ready for some big-kid zoomies! Basically, this company will grow with you (and the products are strong enough to get handed down to siblings/cousins/friends). I've already committed to buying the 14-inch when my kid outgrows this one, and my sister has called STRONG dibs on the 12-inch for my niece when the time comes. 😂

Promising reviews: "My 2-year-old absolutely loves this bike. It’s great quality and is an easy bike to learn to ride. This is a great way to learn balance. Highly recommend!!" —Erica Harvey

"This was perfect for my 2-year-old's b-day!!! He loves it. He is always on it, even in the house. I love that it is adjustable, so he can ride it for years. It's easy for him to ride. He rode it for hours and hours in the dirt on his first day getting it. It was simple and quick to put together. He can pick it up, drag it, and pull it easily; it is very light. This is absolutely worth the money for your little rider." —Placeholder

Get it from Amazon for $149.99+ (available in seven colors).

This size is designed for riders aged 5–8, but Biky has a finder tool to help you find the exact right fit for your kiddo!

We got one of these for my kiddo when he outgrew his Strider, and I cannot recommend the quality enough. I was initially concerned that, because these bikes are advertised as being one of the lightest frames on the market, that would dent and ding easily, but nope! My kiddo has been pedaling around for half a year on his, and he is *not* the most careful when dismounting, and it still looks brand new! He always wants to go outside and ride (even in this never-ending Texas heat), and I think so much of that is owed to his Biky confidence and the fact that it maneuvers so easily. 

Promising reviews: "This is already our second bike — we learned to ride on the first one at age 5. Now our daughter asked for the Biky Air 20, and it arrived yesterday. She spent the whole day riding it with so much joy! Thank you for such a wonderful bike!" —Stan

"My 6.5-year-old son loves his Biky Bike! He learned to ride on a heavy bike with coaster brakes about a week and a half before we got his Biky Air 20. He noticed the difference between the two bikes immediately and wants to ride his Biky Air several times a day. :) My husband had no trouble putting the bike together. The Biky Air 20 is so lightweight and clearly has high-quality components. It is easy for him to handle, and the hand brakes were a very simple transition for him. I am so happy with this purchase! It gives me so much joy to see my son so happy and free." —Mary K

Get it from Biky Bike for $549+ (available in five colors).

Promising reviews: "I was skeptical when I saw this because I know how hard it is to put sunscreen on kids...the struggle is real...but this is amazing! My kids loved how it glides on and is super easy to spread. I also tried it on my younger cousins (18 months and 3 years old), and they smiled and wanted to do it themselves! This is a must-have for any parent, and honestly, it's great for adults, too!" —Amazon Customer

"I bought this on a whim and thought it was totally unnecessary, but I’ve been recommending it to all of my Mom friends! I purchased one to keep in my pool bag, and will be ordering another one to keep inside the home for outdoor play. It really makes applying sunscreen a breeze, and also gives them some independence in doing it as well." —Julia

Get it from Amazon for $15.98 (available in 12 colors).

There are SO MANY Stomp Rocket options to keep your kiddos and pets racing around the yard all summer and beyond, including a NASA version!

Promising review: "These stunt planes are awesome!!! I bought this as a birthday gift for a 5-year-old. He and his 8-year-old brother had the best time and thought it was the coolest gift. The setup literally took seconds. The three planes all fly differently and do different tricks. They played with this for a few hours and only stopped because it was dark outside. Make sure, wherever you set this up, that there is plenty of space to play. Some of these planes seemed to go as far as 20 yards!! I highly recommend this gift." —Andres Mercado

Promising reviews: "This well-made set has been thoroughly enjoyed by our almost 3-year-old grandson. He loves the wagon and using all of the tools to help us garden. It holds his attention outdoors for quite some time. Love the product and any chance for things that allow him time in nature and to be alongside us, taking care of the gardens and plants." —Amazon Customer

"Grandkids love their tools! They are outside playing with them all the time. The shovel is sturdy and allows digging in the ground just like the adult tools!" —Gmamabaker

Get it from Amazon for $29.98 (available in six other styles, including ones that have wheelbarrows!). 

Promising reviews: "What do you get for the active dad who has everything? Spikeball!! He LOVED it and our family has played outside for hours!! Brings people together for a fun time!" —Logan Lantz

"Awesome game! It's a perfect way to get my son outside and playing with friends. He doesn't like shooting hoops, this is a fun alternative!" —Jennifer Hansen

Promising reviews: "It's AWESOME. The kids LOVE it, and as expected, a bunch of kids can play on it at the same time, which is better than most playsets can boast. Almost makes me want a second, but it's really expensive, so only one for me. Totally worth the price though because it's awesome. The kids especially love the upper-middle play area. They love to sit in it and do all sorts of things. Also, the top hole. They love peeking out of that and even trying to climb in through it. Very well loved, and I strongly recommend it. SOOO much better than other play sets." —Margaret E. Arnold

"My girls LOVE this!!!! My oldest is 5 and can't wait to get outside to climb on this. She gets the flag on top and feels very proud of herself. My youngest is almost 2 and feels the same. She loves to climb underneath through the ropes. Recently, I've been making up fun challenges for them to practice working together as a team. This is a wonderful product that is perfect for our small backyard and allows my girls to have fun and exercise every day!" —Dawn Ryder

I actually held out on getting this one for my kid because I saw it everywhere, but I finally folded after reading great reviews, and it was one of his favorite things for years! Not sure there's a better trike on the market, tbh.

Promising review: "This tricycle is very sturdy and the perfect size for toddlers. I liked that the seat can be adjusted as they grow and that it is easy to steer. Plus, the rear compartment is a fun feature for carrying their toys along on every ride. An excellent purchase for hours of outdoor fun!" —MARY SOCORRO DE PEREA

Get it from Amazon for $59.60+ (available in red or pink).

Promising reviews: "I bought this for my daughter's college graduation party. Everyone loved it! Every age from 5-years-old to 60-years-old thought it was so much fun. It was used all day! A little pricey but great quality, I expect to have this game for years." —JWJ7226TX

"Seriously, you can't go wrong with Jenga! At a recent family gathering, teenage grandkids had a great time. I loved that they were outside and not inside staring at their phones. Later, even the adult kids and I joined in! Everyone wanted to know where I got this jumbo-sized Jenga, and I said Amazon, of course. I think we'll be using this at gatherings for years to come." —Ginger

Get it from Amazon for $97.68+ (available in four sizes).

My son is approaching 6, and we *still* have this thing because he loves to haul his rock and acorn collection around outside. 

Promising reviews: "Love these products. This wagon is great for indoors, on the sidewalk, and trimmed lawns. My kiddo loves to swing it around like she's on a medieval battlefield, which is why the wagon is currently on top of our hutch. However, I highly recommend this toy as it is as durable as can be and it's made from recycled plastic!" —Whiskey Dad

"Bought this last year as part of my daughter's Easter, it's been outside almost exclusively and has held up wonderfully. I would recommend this to any toddler parent. Especially if your kid loves to bring things along to whatever it is they're doing." —Charles Campbell

Promising reviews: "We couldn’t put it together fast enough. We who did the build, loved watching our kids jump on it as soon as we said go! It is very sturdy. Time-consuming and at least a two-person job to put together. The white is nicely finished, but we may need to coat the black. Perfect timing for a kid's birthday party. Plenty of activities for all the kids to be entertained." —Jacqueline Herrera

"My girls love this swing set so much! The different swing options are unique as well. The climbing wall, grilling set, and chalkboard are all so fun! They are always excited to go outside and play on it!" —Katherine Butler

Get it from Amazon for $1,499.99 (available in two colors).

Promising reviews: "Kan Jam is the best! We love this outdoor game in our family. The setup of the cans is a bit tricky, but once you've got it figured out, you can play and enjoy this game for hours! It's pretty durable, too. Would definitely recommend!" —Rochelle Myers

"Such a fun game for all ages! Great for outdoors. Easy to assemble and play. Super easy to store. Pieces are great quality. Soooo much fun at any level." —Lisa

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in two styles).

The kit comes with the giant bubble wand, two pouches of bubble concentrate, and a booklet to help you become a skilled bubble artiste. 

Promising reviews: "Love this!! Easy for kids to use — my six-year-old son figured it out pretty quick — and fun for adults as well (my husband and I might have played with it as much as our son did...) Makes amazing bubbles. The bubble mix it comes with is fantastic." —Thomas Durant

"This is a great way to get the kiddos outside. Used up the provided soap and found a DIY soap recipe that included Dawn soap and corn syrup, it was an effective substitute." —Rob

Get it from Amazon for $14.45+ (available in seven styles).

Promising reviews: "These planes are so much fun, especially on breezy days. My son and I play outside for hours with these." —Sankey fields

"This product is excellent!!! Even the adults in my household joined in with the kids and played with the airplanes outside! The way they light up outside makes it even more fun!! I’ll be buying more soon!!" —Deanna Taylor

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in four colors).

Promising reviews: "I absolutely LOVE this playtime patio. My little one plays with it every time we are outside and can spend hours with the grill and water toys. It is hard to keep the attention of a 2-year-old, so I highly recommend this." —robobearz

"My 1- and 4-year-old love this playset. I love that it gets them outside! Would buy again." —ryan green

Promising reviews: "This is a really great product, not just for the value, but you definitely get your money's worth and more. My 3-year-old loves this, and he's hard on things, so the sturdiness is always a plus. He's played in it in the sun, he's played in it in the rain, and I love that you can put the top on to protect your sand in the rain. You can't get a better value for your money. I definitely recommend this." —Lacie

"My toddler plays with this every day. The lid is a little harder to get on and off, but for the most part, it’s our favorite outside toy." —Jessica Harmon

Promising review: "I got these parachute men for my grandkids as a Christmas stocking stuffer, and here we are in February, and these kids have played with them almost every day. Everyone has a different color, so keeping them straight is easy. They fold and launch easily enough for even the 5-year-old to get involved, and everyone has a blast. Even after hundreds of tosses and throws, these parachutes are still going strong. The kids love them, and it's a great way to get them outside and breathing fresh air." —BlankFrank

Get a pack of four from Amazon for $7.99 (available in two colors).

Promising reviews: "These have held up all summer with the little kids and big kids too. To keep them from fighting in my house, I send them outside to blow off some energy with these. They are perfect. They were fun to use for our family dinner, too. The big kids couldn't wait to go outside and try them. They had a tournament and everything. I'm going to buy more!" —TLashelle

"Gift. Easy to inflate. Great way to get kids outside and play, bounce off each other, try to get up and roll everywhere laughing, having fun! Great for birthday party, day at park, picnics, family gathering....consider buying adult size too for family fun!! 😊" —Klf

Promising reviews: "We absolutely love this flying disc! The LED lights are super bright and make it so much fun to use, especially in the evening. It feels sturdy and well-made, and I love that it’s rechargeable and waterproof. I already know once the weather gets nicer, our whole family will be outside playing with this in the yard. Such a fun purchase for kids and adults!" —Mancho

"This made a great Easter basket gift for my teenager. He is always hard to shop for, and I am always looking for things to get him to go outside and get off screens, and this was perfect. He loves changing up what color it will be, and it is a great way to get the family outside. We have also used it camping and it is always a fun activity for the whole family. It has taken a beating on different surfaces and still works great." —Amazon Customer

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